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Chart based on 16 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
Engine would not turn over. All lights would light up, no error message given. Shot in the dark, I replaced the battery and everything was back to normal.
Computer control for passenger window failed. Window not rolling up. Disengaged electrical unit to avoid ruining computer panel and paying over $800.00 to replace computer motherboard.
12000 mi
Wipers had to be re-initialized and adjusted--the auto-wiper feature was erratic and wipers were not parked in the right spot. Also re-initialized windows.
12000 mi
Clicking sound in the instrument panel, possibly the CD player.
24000 mi
AC drain had kink that caused condensate to short out electrical system. Then, engine would not start.
9200 mi
Window when rolled up will come back down. Window initialization was lost due to software error in FRM. Vehicle software was updated and windows initialized.
16000 mi
Passenger airbag light stays illuminated when passenger is in seat. Dealer could not find anything wrong on the codes. Would not repair. Called Field service and would get back with me within 2 weeks. After consulting with MINI USA, dealer replaced seat which fixed the passenger airbag light. Passenger airbag light now works properly.
19000 mi
Passenger Airbag light still illuminates when passenger is in seat. Intermittent problem. Dealer had Field Service Rep work on vehicle. Another airbag sensor was installed in passenger seat. Dealer could not get problem to happen in shop. Three days..
Window refused to go back up and stay, would go up and then come back down halfway.
76000 mi
US $30
electric rear door latch failed while doors were closed. had to force doors to open to be able to replace latch. lousy design. Online others claimed dealer estimated $650 to do repair. Expert mechanic friend spent 2 hours to get door open light off. required precise adjustment (bending) of clasp to get warning light off.
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