MINI Clubman Problems by Year
NHTSA has 80 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the MINI Clubman, across 10 model years (2012–2024). The 2017 model year has the most complaints (23). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
MINI Clubman years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Clubman year: 2012, 2013, 2016, 2017. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2017 Clubman: 23 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2016 Clubman: 18 complaints, 1 recall
- 2013 Clubman: 13 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2015 Clubman: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2018 Clubman: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2024 Clubman: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common MINI Clubman problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 22 | 5 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 15 | 6 | 0 |
| Engine | 12 | 6 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 12 | 6 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 9 | 6 | 4 |
| Power Train | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All MINI Clubman model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Clubman | 1 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2022 Clubman | 2 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2019 Clubman | 6 | 1 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2018 Clubman | 1 | 0 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2017 Clubman | 23 | 2 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2016 Clubman | 18 | 1 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2015 Clubman | 1 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2014 Clubman | 5 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2013 Clubman | 13 | 0 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2012 Clubman | 10 | 0 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which MINI Clubman years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2012 (10), 2013 (13), 2016 (18), 2017 (23) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Clubman year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the MINI Clubman?
Electrical System, with 22 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the MINI Clubman have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.