Is the 2010 MINI Cooper Clubman electrical system a common complaint?

Yes. Electrical System complaints account for 16 of 28 total complaints for the 2010 model year, or 57% of all complaints filed.

Does the 2010 MINI Cooper Clubman have an electrical recall?

Yes, recall 23V337000 covers 2008-2014 MINI Clubman and related models for potential footwell module (FRM) corrosion that could lead to a thermal event.

Have there been fires linked to the 2010 Clubman's electrical system?

NHTSA data lists 3 fires among the 16 Electrical System complaints for this model year, with no reported crashes or injuries.

At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure among reported Electrical System complaints for the 2010 Clubman is 65,029.5 miles.

Is the 2010 Clubman worse than other years for electrical complaints?

The 2010 model year shows the highest raw complaint count (16) in this data, though the 2011 model year had a higher share of complaints (61%) tied to the same area.

2010 MINI Cooper Clubman Electrical System Problems

Electrical System complaints make up 16 of 28 total complaints filed for the 2010 MINI Cooper Clubman, or 57% of all complaints for the year. Three of these involved fires, and NHTSA recall 23V337000 covers footwell module corrosion tied to these issues. Median mileage at failure was 65,029.5.

Electrical System complaints: 16; 57% of 28
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 3
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 65,030 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report the footwell control module (FRM) corroding over time, leading to loss of windows, turn signals, hazard lights, brake lights, and dome light.
Some owners describe a fire or thermal event starting near the driver's footwell or engine wiring harness area, in one case while the vehicle was parked and off.
Several complaints mention warning lights (airbag, check engine, Service Soon, exclamation/A symbol) illuminating together with electrical system faults.
Owners tied to recall 23V337000 report long waits for repair parts while their vehicles remained inoperable or unsafe to drive.
Exposed or shorted wiring is reported in the driver's footwell area, sometimes accompanied by inoperable brake lights and windows.

When 2010 MINI Cooper Clubman electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 1, 2011, latest Feb 23, 2026.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2011 to Feb 2026; peak Jun 2024 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2010 MINI Cooper Clubman

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.

Electrical System complaints by Cooper Clubman model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20086 (22%)
20099 (23%)
201016 (57%)
201111 (61%)
20120 (0%)
20133 (100%)
20141 (100%)

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2010 MINI Cooper Clubman electrical system a common complaint?: Yes. Electrical System complaints account for 16 of 28 total complaints for the 2010 model year, or 57% of all complaints filed.
Does the 2010 MINI Cooper Clubman have an electrical recall?: Yes, recall 23V337000 covers 2008-2014 MINI Clubman and related models for potential footwell module (FRM) corrosion that could lead to a thermal event.
Have there been fires linked to the 2010 Clubman's electrical system?: NHTSA data lists 3 fires among the 16 Electrical System complaints for this model year, with no reported crashes or injuries.
At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure among reported Electrical System complaints for the 2010 Clubman is 65,029.5 miles.
Is the 2010 Clubman worse than other years for electrical complaints?: The 2010 model year shows the highest raw complaint count (16) in this data, though the 2011 model year had a higher share of complaints (61%) tied to the same area.