2009 MINI Cooper Clubman Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Cooper Clubman years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 39 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman. That is the most of any Cooper Clubman model year in the database (7 years). The most reported problem area is engine (11 complaints, 28%), typically at around 73,500 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire, 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 39owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 MINI Cooper 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 11 | 28% | 73,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 10 | 26% | 85,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 8 | 21% | 95,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 5 | 13% | 75,500 | — | — |
| Structure | 4 | 10% | 35,500 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 8% | 57,565 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 8% | 102,500 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 5% | 47,100 | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 5% | 75,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 5% | 42,750 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 3% | 5 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 3% | 29,800 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 3% | 63,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 3% | 68,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 3% | 29,800 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 3% | 29,800 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 MINI Cooper Clubman recalls (1)
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Electrical system
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2014 MINI Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Clubman John Cooper Works, and 2007-2013 MINI Hardtop 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, and John Cooper Works vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin. The electronic control module in the driver's side footwell area may short-circuit, due to corrosion from water and road salt.
Risk: An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the sunroof drains, interior footwell area, and FRM and, depending upon the results of the inspection, certain components will be replaced. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
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.
I received a recall notice from MINI USA dated July 2023. The recall issue date is in May 2023. The notice states the Footwell Control Module (FRM) can become corroded and can increase the risk of fire or injury. The letter states they do not have a remedy available, but one is in development. That…
The contact owned a 2009 Min Cooper Clubman. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…
The driver's side footwell is continuously full of water for the past several years. During rain water runs inside the car, from somewhere behind the dash, into the driver's footwell. The Footwell Control Module (FRM) is in water and is actively corroding. The Footwell Control Module is an…
I recently purchased a 2009 mini cooper clubman. Within three weeks of taking possession of the car, the airbag warning light activated. Upon a diagnostic test, it was determined that the passenger occupancy sensor was malfunctioning. After discussing this with the mini cooper dealer in my area and…
Recall on car and no remedy to fix it
Other MINI Cooper Clubman years
← 2008 Cooper Clubman · 2010 Cooper Clubman →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 Cooper Clubman | 1 | 1 |
| 2013 Cooper Clubman | 3 | 1 |
| 2012 Cooper Clubman | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 Cooper Clubman | 18 | 2 |
| 2010 Cooper Clubman | 28 | 1 |
| 2009 | 39 | 1 |
| 2008 Cooper Clubman | 27 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman?
Owners most often report engine, air bags, electrical system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 11 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Cooper Clubman model years, the 2009 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.