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MINI JCW problems by year

Owners have filed 16 complaints about the MINI JCW since 2009, and 6 recalls have been issued. The 2009 model year has 9 complaints, more than any other year, led by engine and airbags problems.

No year stands outAll years close to typical
Owner complaints
16
Recalls
6
Worst year
2009
Warranty extensions
1
Model years
2009-2017

MINI JCW years to avoid

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

Best MINI JCW years

Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.

MINI JCW complaints by model year

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

20092011201220132014201520162017

How we calculate this

Year to avoidFewest complaintsOther years

Most common MINI JCW problems

All model years combined.

  • Engine
    9
  • Airbags
    3
  • Lights
    2
  • Transmission
    1
  • Locks
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Electrical
    1
  • Brakes
    1
  • Body
    1

MINI JCW problems year by year

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

YearScoreComplaintsTop problemTypical mileageRecallsCrashes
2017-100
2016-1Engine01
2015-1Engine00
2014-1Engine00
2013-1Lights10
2012-1Electrical20
2011-1Engine30
2009-9Engine51,00040

Recalls 6

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MINI JCW warranty extensions

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

Questions about the MINI JCW

What years of the MINI JCW should you avoid?

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

What is the best year for a used MINI JCW?

There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.

What is the most common problem with the MINI JCW?

Engine, with 9 complaints across all years, followed by airbags (3) and lights (2).

How many recalls does the MINI JCW have?

6 recalls between 2009 and 2017. The 2009 model year has the most, with 4.

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