MINI Clubman Problems by Year: Complaints and Recalls

MINI Clubman years to avoid

No model year of the MINI Clubman stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.

Fewest owner complaints among the last 20 model years, counting only those with at least four years on the road.

Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.

Year to avoidFewest complaintsOther years

All model years combined.

Tap a year to see its problems, recalls and what owners say.

Year	Score	Complaints	Top problem	Typical mileage	Recalls	Crashes
2024	-	1	Brakes		0	0
2022	-	2	Brakes		0	1
2019	-	6	Airbags		1	3	Fewest complaints
2018	-	1	Lights		0	0
2017	-	23	Transmission	63,000	2	2
2016	-	18	Brakes	13,000	1	2
2015	-	1	Brakes		0	1
2014	-	5	Electrical		0	0	Fewest complaints
2013	-	13	Electrical	77,000	0	0
2012	-	10	Electrical		0	0	Fewest complaints

Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.

What years of the MINI Clubman should you avoid?

No single model year of the MINI Clubman has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.

What is the best year for a used MINI Clubman?

2014, 2019 and 2012 have the fewest owner complaints among model years that have been on the road for at least four years (5, 6 and 10).

What is the most common problem with the MINI Clubman?

Electrical, with 22 complaints across all years, followed by lights (15) and engine (13).

How many recalls does the MINI Clubman have?

3 recalls between 2012 and 2024. The 2017 model year has the most, with 2.

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