2014 Mini Cooper Coupe reliability
The 2014 Mini Cooper Coupe has 33 complaints with NHTSA after 13 years, or 8 per year. That is the most complaints per year among the 4 Cooper Coupe years on this site. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (8 of 33), then Engine (8) and Powertrain (8). The most filings arrived in 2015 (14 of 33). Those filings include 1 that reports a crash, 2 that report a fire, and 2 that report an injury.
The 2013 Cooper Coupe has 0 complaints, 0 per year, and the 2015 has 0 complaints, 0 per year. The 2014 has more complaints per year than the 2013. The 2014 has more complaints per year than the 2015.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2014 Mini Cooper Coupe. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (33 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"The contact owns a 2014 Mini Cooper. The contact stated that the front driver's side and passenger’s side doors and windows failed to properly close. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle…"
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"Engine motor mount sheared, allowing motor to interact with and bounce directly on the frame, and stressing the other connections and components. Dealer indicated this is a very common problem for this car model and is…"
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"The fuse box JBE module has a Quality Assurance problem with a solder connection to the NEC low pressure fuel relay. This is a known issue with BMW/Mini. The car suddenly stalls without warning. If the driver is not…"
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"The contact owns a 2014 Mini Cooper. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph, there was smoke detected from the vehicle. The vehicle caught fire without warning. There were no reported injuries, air…"
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"TURBO CHARGER HAS SYSTEMATICALLY FAILED OVER THE LAST YEAR, WITH WORSENING EFFECTS. THIS CAUSES THE CAR TO AUTOMATICALLY GO INTO "LIMP MODE" AND CUTS POWER. THIS IS DANGEROUS FOR DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. THIS IS A COMMON…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
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| 2014 Mini Cooper Coupe 2 DR FWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| Cooper Coupe | 1.6L, 4-cyl | Automatic (6-speed) | Front-wheel drive | 28 | 35 | 30 MPG | $2650 |
| Cooper Coupe | 1.6L, 4-cyl | Manual 6-speed | Front-wheel drive | 29 | 36 | 32 MPG | $2500 |
Specs and fitment
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2014 Mini Cooper Coupe reliable?
The 2014 Mini Cooper Coupe has 33 complaints with NHTSA after 13 years, or 8 per year. That is the most complaints per year among the 4 Cooper Coupe years on this site. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2014 Mini Cooper Coupe?
The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (8 of 33), then Engine (8) and Powertrain (8). The most filings arrived in 2015 (14 of 33). Those filings include 1 that reports a crash, 2 that report a fire, and 2 that report an injury.
Is the 2014 Mini Cooper Coupe more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2013 Cooper Coupe has 0 complaints, 0 per year, and the 2015 has 0 complaints, 0 per year. The 2014 has more complaints per year than the 2013. The 2014 has more complaints per year than the 2015.
Has the 2014 Mini Cooper Coupe been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2014 Mini Cooper Coupe.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2014 Mini Cooper Coupe?
Owners have filed 33 complaints about the 2014 Mini Cooper Coupe with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2014 Mini Cooper Coupe get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2014 Mini Cooper Coupe is 31 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What engine oil does a US Mini Cooper Coupe use?
0W-30 (MINI Cooper capacity guide listing) With filter, about 4.4 qt is commonly listed for this generation—confirm in the owner manual.
What tire sizes fit a US Mini Cooper Coupe?
Published US specs commonly list front 175/65R15, 195/55R16, 205/40R18, 205/45R17, 205/55R17, 215/40R17 and rear 175/65R15, 195/55R16, 205/40R18, 205/45R17, 205/55R17, 215/40R17; confirm on the door jamb placard for your trim.
Where should I confirm Mini Cooper Coupe maintenance specs?
Use the US owner manual and under-hood labels for oil grade, capacities, and tire pressures; this page summarizes common US fitments but does not replace the manual.