2012 MINI Cooper S Countryman Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Cooper S Countryman years
- Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 MINI Cooper S Countryman. That is the most of any Cooper S Countryman model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is engine (12 complaints, 46%), typically at around 86,000 miles. Complaints mention 4 fires. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 26owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 MINI Cooper S Countryman 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 | 12 | 46% | 86,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 3 | 12% | 112,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 12% | 126,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 12% | 101,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 8% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 8% | 112,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 4% | 86,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 4% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 4% | 125,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 4% | 340,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 4% | 68,587 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2012 MINI Cooper S Countryman recalls (1)
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Engine and engine cooling:engine; engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S Countryman, Cooper S Countryman ALL4, Cooper S, JCW, Cooper S Clubman, JCW Clubman, Cooper S Roadster, JCW Roadster, Cooper S Coupe, JCW Coupe and Rolls-Royce Ghost, 2011 BMW X6 Hybrid and 2012 BMW 650i Coupe, 650i xDrive Coupe, 650i Convertible and 650i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat.
Risk: If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. Depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time. Owners will be notified of the recall beginning June 11, 2018, and will receive a second notification when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at BMW 1-800-525-7417, MINI at 1-866-825-1525, or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Note: BMW recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.
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.
Airbag light and seatbelt light are on continuously no matter if someone is in the seat or not.
I purchased a 2012 MINI Cooper Countryman from LA Motorsports (703 1st Ave N, Windom, MN 56101) in November 2024. Prior to purchase, I specifically asked whether any open recalls remained, and the dealership assured me all had been completed. After the vehicle failed within 60 days, a certified…
We have had issues with every single door lock actuator assembly in this vehicle the passenger door will not latch shut at all! I'm sure how you could see this as a safety concern!
I had been having trouble with my Footwell Module since the fall, but for months, I didnât know what was going on!! The first time, October 2024, I went to Advance Auto Parts to get help bc it was raining and my windows were down, and I needed headlights, not to mention, the signals werenât…
The contact owns a 2012 Mini Cooper S Countryman. The contact stated that on several occasions while in reverse(R) and the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle failed to stop immediately. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic twice and a dealer once however, the failure could not be…
Other MINI Cooper S Countryman years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 26 | 1 |
| 2011 Cooper S Countryman | 17 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 MINI Cooper S Countryman?
Owners most often report engine, air bags, electrical system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 12 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2012 MINI Cooper S Countryman?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 MINI Cooper S Countryman a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Cooper S Countryman model years, the 2012 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.