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2014 MINI Cooper Clubman Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

No verdict

Complaint Index

17/100

#6 most-complained of 7 Cooper Clubman years

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

The 2014 MINI Cooper Clubman has 1 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 17 out of 100 — #6 highest of 7 Cooper Clubman model years. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100% of the total).

Complaints
1
Recalls
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
29.5
26.5 city / 34 hwy

Top 2014 MINI Cooper Clubman problems

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

  1. Electrical System1 (100%)

2014 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.

2014 MINI Cooper Clubman fuel economy and fuel cost

City
26.5 MPG
Highway
34 MPG
Combined
29.5 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$2,700
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Premium
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2014 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
2012No verdict00130
2013No verdict333130
2014No verdict171129.5

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2014 MINI Cooper Clubman a reliable year?
Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2014 MINI Cooper Clubman ranks #6 of 7 among Cooper Clubman model years (Complaint Index 17/100). It has 1 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 2014 MINI Cooper Clubman?
The most reported problem areas are electrical system (1 complaints).
Does the 2014 MINI Cooper Clubman have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2014 MINI Cooper Clubman, most recently reported 2023, covering electrical system.
What is the fuel economy of the 2014 MINI Cooper Clubman?
EPA rates the 2014 MINI Cooper Clubman at 29.5 MPG combined (26.5 city / 34 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,700. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

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.