2016 MINI Clubman Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Clubman years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 MINI Clubman. That ranks 2nd out of 10 Clubman model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (4 complaints, 22%), typically at around 110,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 18owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 MINI Clubman problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | 22% | 110,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 4 | 22% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 22% | 75,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 22% | 75,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 17% | 2,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 11% | 13,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 6% | 4,900 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 6% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 6% | 4,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2016 MINI Clubman recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Air bags:side/window
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 MINI Clubman vehicles manufactured August 19, 2015, through July 14, 2016. The side curtain air bags for the front seat occupants may deploy in the intended positions in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Risk: If a side curtain air bag does not inflate as intended in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury to the front seat occupants.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will modify the driver and passenger side curtain air bag covers, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 12, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Rear bumper brake & tail lights operate intermittently. Uninstalling and reinstalling bumper light assembly and bulbs may temporarily solve the issue. Light assembly is undamaged and wiring harness connector is clean. Power and ground are tested ok. Vehicle has 50,000 miles and is parked in a…
I have 2016 Mini Clubman S with 109,000 miles on it , I got a check engine light with a Code U019D. I went to dealer to check and was told the radiator would need to be replaced at a cost of $ 3,700 dollars. After researching it is a common issue due to defect in materials, there was an extended…
I purchased a Septor 4xs tire from Walmart in cypress Texas, I had a tire blowout 1 hour later at a high rate of speed. the Auto manager Santiago Quevedo at Walmart stated this is a well-known defect with this tire and had another blow out with this tire.
On January 7, 2025, the vehicle started to suddenly brake and pull to the right side of the road when going above 40 mph for less than 2 seconds, and then I regained control. When on the left lane of the highway, the sudden movement was so pronounced that it made the car invade the right lane. This…
Transmission not reporting vehicle in park. Taken to mechanic and ran diagnostics. They said this is a safety issue. Needs shifter repair.
Other MINI Clubman years
← 2015 Clubman · 2017 Clubman →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Clubman | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 Clubman | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 Clubman | 6 | 1 |
| 2018 Clubman | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 Clubman | 23 | 2 |
| 2016 | 18 | 1 |
| 2015 Clubman | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 Clubman | 5 | 0 |
| 2013 Clubman | 13 | 0 |
| 2012 Clubman | 10 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 MINI Clubman?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine, exterior lighting problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2016 MINI Clubman?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2016 MINI Clubman a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Clubman model years, the 2016 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.