YearToAvoid

2009 MINI Cooper Clubman Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Avoid

Complaint Index

100/100

#1 most-complained of 7 Cooper Clubman years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman has 39 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 100 out of 100 — the highest of 7 Cooper Clubman model years (verdict: Avoid). The most reported problem area is engine (15 complaints, 38% of the total). Complaints report 1 fire and 1 injury.

Complaints
39
Recalls
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 1
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
—

Top 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Engine15 (38%)
  2. Airbags10 (26%)
  3. Electrical System9 (23%)
  4. Structure & Body6 (15%)
  5. Transmission & Powertrain5 (13%)
  6. Fuel System3 (8%)
  7. Other3 (8%)
  8. Steering2 (5%)
  9. Brakes1 (3%)
  10. Seat Belts1 (3%)
2009 MINI Cooper Clubman complaints: complaints filed per month5Jul 2011Jun 2013May 2014Jul 2015Dec 2015Jul 2017Jul 2020May 2024
55 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2011 to Oct 2024; peak May 2014 (5).

2009 MINI Cooper Clubman recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 23V337000May 11, 2023Electrical System97,933 vehicles

    Electrical system

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2014 MINI Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Clubman John Cooper Works, and 2007-2013 MINI Hardtop 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, and John Cooper Works vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin. The electronic control module in the driver's side footwell area may short-circuit, due to corrosion from water and road salt.

    Risk: An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the sunroof drains, interior footwell area, and FRM and, depending upon the results of the inspection, certain components will be replaced. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

2009 compared with other Cooper Clubman years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)02550751002008200920102011201220132014
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2008Caution67271—
2009Avoid100391—
2010Avoid83281—
2011Caution50182—

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman a reliable year?
Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman ranks worst among Cooper Clubman model years (Complaint Index 100/100, verdict: Avoid). It has 39 complaints and 1 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman?
The most reported problem areas are engine (15 complaints), airbags (10 complaints), and electrical system (9 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 70,000 miles.
Does the 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman, most recently reported 2023, covering electrical system.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.