MINI Cooper S Countryman Problems by Year
NHTSA has 43 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the MINI Cooper S Countryman, across 2 model years (2011–2012). The 2012 model year has the most complaints (26). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
MINI Cooper S Countryman years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Cooper S Countryman model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2012 Cooper S Countryman: 26 complaints, 1 recall
- 2011 Cooper S Countryman: 17 complaints, 2 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 Cooper S Countryman problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 17 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All MINI Cooper S Countryman model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Cooper S Countryman | 26 | 1 | — | Engine | |
| 2011 Cooper S Countryman | 17 | 2 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which MINI Cooper S Countryman years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2012 (26), 2011 (17). 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 Cooper S Countryman?
Engine, with 17 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the MINI Cooper S Countryman have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.