2015 MINI John Cooper Works: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2015 MINI John Cooper Works: 2 recalls, 0 owner complaints and up to 29 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #15V450000 · 2015 · 30,456 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles do not meet the side impact performance requirements for the rear seat passengers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 214, "side impact protection."
Why it matters: If the side impact performance requirements are not met, rear seat passengers May be at a higher risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Mini will notify owners, and dealers will install additional energy absorption material between the rear interior side panels and the exterior vehicle body, free of charge. The recall began on September 4, 2015.
Airbags Vehicle recall #15V628000 · 2015 · 6,073 vehicles
What's wrong: Due to a manufacturing error, the passenger frontal air bag May not deploy properly in a low speed crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Why it matters: In the event of a vehicle crash, an air bag that does not deploy properly increases the risk of injury to the front seat passenger.
The fix: Mini and BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2015.
Most-reported problems
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 MINI John Cooper Works so far.
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 34 | 29 | Premium |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 33 | 28 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2015 MINI John Cooper Works have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2015 MINI John Cooper Works. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2015 MINI John Cooper Works get?
EPA ratings run up to 29 mpg combined (1.6 L, Manual 6-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2015 MINI John Cooper Works repair manual?
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