MINI Clubman Best and Worst Years (2012–2024)
MINI Clubman years to avoid: 2016, 2017, and 2019. Best years: 2014. Based on 80 NHTSA owner complaints and 3 recall campaigns across 10 model years (2012–2024).
Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls per model-year, ranked within this model — not a reliability rating. Methodology.
- Model years
- 10
- 2012–2024
- NHTSA complaints
- 80
- Recall campaigns
- 3
- Crashes reported
- 9
- Fires reported
- 2
- Top problem area
- Electrical System
Clubman Complaint Index by year
Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.
MINI Clubman problems and recalls by year
| Year | Verdict | Index | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recalls | Top issue | MPG | NCAP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Good | 33 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Electrical System | — | — |
| 2013 | Caution | 56 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Electrical System | — | — |
| 2014 | Best | 22 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Electrical System | — | — |
| 2015 | No verdict | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Brakes | — | — |
| 2016 | Avoid | 78 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 1 | Electrical System | — | — |
| 2017 | Avoid | 89 | 23 | 2 | 1 | 2 | Electrical System | — | — |
| 2018 | No verdict | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Electrical System | — | — |
| 2019 | Avoid | 100 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 1 | Airbags | — | — |
| 2022 | No verdict | 67 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Brakes | — | — |
| 2024 | No verdict | 44 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | Brakes | — | — |
Clubman years to avoid: what went wrong
2019 MINI Clubman Index 100 · 6 complaints · 1 recalls
Owners filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 MINI Clubman, led by airbags (2), brakes (1), and electrical system (1). NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this year. Complaints mention 3 crashes.
2017 MINI Clubman Index 89 · 23 complaints · 2 recalls
Owners filed 23 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 MINI Clubman, led by electrical system (7), transmission & powertrain (6), and brakes (3). NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this year. Complaints mention 2 crashes and 1 fires.
2016 MINI Clubman Index 78 · 18 complaints · 1 recalls
Owners filed 18 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 MINI Clubman, led by electrical system (7), brakes (4), and engine (4). NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this year. Complaints mention 2 crashes.
Most common MINI Clubman problems (all years)
Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.
- Electrical System34 (43%)
- Brakes13 (16%)
- Engine13 (16%)
- Other12 (15%)
- Airbags9 (11%)
- Transmission & Powertrain8 (10%)
- Fuel System4 (5%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires3 (4%)
- Structure & Body2 (3%)
- HVAC1 (1%)
Frequently asked questions
- What year MINI Clubman should I avoid?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2016, 2017, and 2019 MINI Clubman have the highest Complaint Index among 10 model years and are the years to avoid. The 2019 model year ranks worst with 6 complaints and 1 recalls.
- What is the best year for the MINI Clubman?
- The 2014 MINI Clubman has the lowest Complaint Index of the years we track, with the 2014 at 5 complaints and 0 recalls. Complaint counts are adjusted for how long each model year has been on the road.
- What are the most common problems with the MINI Clubman?
- Across all model years, the most reported problem areas in NHTSA complaints are electrical system (34, 43%), brakes (13, 16%), and engine (13, 16%).
- How many recalls does the MINI Clubman have?
- NHTSA lists 3 distinct recall campaigns covering MINI Clubman model years 2012–2024. Recalls are repaired free of charge by dealers; check any specific vehicle by VIN before buying.