NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2020 Mini Cooper SE Safety Record
The 2020 Mini Cooper SE has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 2 recalls and 5 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2020 Mini Cooper SE has not been rated by NHTSA for crashworthiness, leaving consumers without federal star ratings or an official Safety Index score. The absence of a published crash-test result means no data exists to assess the vehicle's performance in such scenarios. Federal records indicate a light burden of safety issues, with two recalls issued for the model year, both addressing the high-voltage battery system. Five owner complaints are also on file with NHTSA.
The 2020 Mini Cooper Se was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries two federal recalls both targeting its high-voltage battery system, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA data at nhtsa.gov.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 5 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Mini Cooper SE?
The 2020 Mini Cooper SE exhibits a noteworthy concentration of recalls, with both federal safety actions issued in 2024 and specifically targeting the high-voltage battery system. These recalls are part of a broader campaign spanning 2020-2024 models. This singular focus on a critical system merits attention for current and prospective owners. Its overall federal safety record falls into the Light burden band, indicating relatively limited activity for a six-year-old vehicle regarding recalls and owner complaints. Five complaints are on file, with two concerning the Engine, but the total volume remains low. No related model years provide parallel crash-test data for additional context.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Mini Cooper SE have any recalls?
Both recalls for the 2020 Mini Cooper Se target the electrical propulsion system, specifically the high-voltage traction battery. One campaign addresses potential faults in battery thermal management software; the other concerns the high-voltage battery housing. Neither recall notice in the data includes a park-outside or do-not-drive directive, but owners should verify current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov, as instructions can be updated after a campaign launches.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY THERMAL:MANAGEMENT:SOFTWARE24V612000
Risk: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised that if a warning message is displayed in the vehicle, to park the vehicle outside and away from structures until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will provide a software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-866-ASK-MINI (1-866-275-6464).
Reported 2024-08-15
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY24V302000
Risk: A high voltage battery with water damage can cause a fire or a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and leak test the high voltage battery, and repair the battery as necessary, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
Reported 2024-04-29
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Mini Cooper SE?
Five owner complaints are on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Mini Cooper Se. The most frequently cited components are Engine (2 reports), followed by single reports each for Vehicle Speed Control, Service Brakes, Steering, Wheels, and the Electrical System. One complaint involves a reported crash and one involves a reported injury. All are unverified consumer allegations and have not been established as confirmed defects.
5 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Mini Cooper SE?
The 2020 Mini Cooper SE is subject to two separate high-voltage battery recalls. Prospective buyers of this model year should verify recall completion via NHTSA's VIN lookup tool. Any open recall is the responsibility of the seller to address.
- NHTSA issued two recalls for the 2020 Mini Cooper Se, both in 2024 and both focused on the high-voltage traction battery: one for thermal management software faults and one for a potential battery housing concern.
- The 2020 model year was included in a recall campaign spanning the 2020-2024 Mini Hardtop 2 Door Cooper SE, meaning the battery-related concerns were not unique to this single year but do apply to it.
- Five unverified owner complaints are on file with NHTSA, with Engine cited most often at two reports; one complaint alleges a crash and one alleges an injury, though none of these allegations have been confirmed as established defects.
- NHTSA has no crash-test data for the 2020 Mini Cooper Se and no tested sibling years exist in the federal record we cover, leaving shoppers without any federal crashworthiness score for this specific model year.
FAQ2020 Mini Cooper SE safety questions
Was the 2020 Mini Cooper SE crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 2 recalls and 5 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Mini Cooper SE have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Mini Cooper SE. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Mini Cooper SE?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 5 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Mini Cooper SE. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mini Cooper SE 2020.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.