NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2022 Mini Cooper SE Safety Record
The 2022 Mini Cooper SE has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 2 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2022 Mini Cooper SE has not been assessed by NHTSA for crashworthiness. Consequently, no federal crash-test star ratings or Safety Index score exist for this model year. The absence of these ratings means there is no federal data to indicate whether the vehicle is safe or unsafe in a crash. The record does show a Light burden band for recalls and owner complaints. This includes two recall campaigns, both of which address the high-voltage battery system. A single unverified owner complaint is also on record.
The 2022 Mini Cooper Se was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries two federal recall campaigns and a Light recall and complaint burden band, according to NHTSA data.
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 | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Mini Cooper SE?
The 2022 Mini Cooper SE's safety profile is defined by its high-voltage battery. Both of the two federal recalls issued for this model year focus on the battery system: one addresses thermal management software, while the other concerns battery housing integrity. For an all-electric vehicle, these recalls are critical because their remedies directly impact the fundamental safety architecture of the propulsion system. The single complaint on file, categorized under "Fuel/Propulsion System," also aligns with these battery-related concerns, though it remains an unverified allegation. Overall, the 2022 Mini Cooper SE falls within the Light recall and complaint burden band, indicating a low volume of federal safety actions and reported allegations compared to other vehicles tracked by NHTSA. As no comparable model years have been crash-tested by NHTSA, federal crash-score data is unavailable for reference.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Mini Cooper SE have any recalls?
Both recalls for the 2022 Mini Cooper Se address the electrical propulsion system. One campaign covers a potential fault in high-voltage battery thermal management software affecting 2020-2024 MINI Hardtop 2 Door Cooper SE vehicles. The second covers a concern that the high-voltage battery housing may be compromised on the same model range. NHTSA data in our block does not include a park-outside or do-not-drive directive for either campaign, but owners should verify current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
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 2022 Mini Cooper SE?
One unverified owner complaint has been reported to NHTSA for the 2022 Mini Cooper Se. That single allegation falls under the Fuel/Propulsion System component category. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are recorded in connection with this complaint. All figures represent unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Mini Cooper SE?
Prospective owners of a 2022 Mini Cooper SE should verify recall completion on any used example. Two separate recalls issued for the high-voltage battery unit mean checking the VIN on NHTSA's website is a critical step; any open recall becomes the new owner's responsibility to remedy post-purchase.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2022 Mini Cooper Se, so no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- Both of the two recalls on record for this model year target the high-voltage battery system, one addressing thermal management software and one addressing battery housing integrity across 2020-2024 MINI Hardtop 2 Door Cooper SE vehicles.
- Only one owner complaint has been reported to NHTSA for this model year, filed under the Fuel/Propulsion System category and carrying zero associated crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths; it remains an unverified allegation.
- Shoppers and current owners should verify the remedy status of both battery-related recalls against their specific VIN using the free lookup tool at nhtsa.gov, as an unresolved recall on a used unit becomes the new owner's responsibility.
FAQ2022 Mini Cooper SE safety questions
Was the 2022 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 1 owner complaint on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Mini Cooper SE have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Mini Cooper SE. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Mini Cooper SE?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2022 Mini Cooper SE. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mini Cooper SE 2022.
- 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.