Is the 2014 MINI Cooper Clubman reliable?

NHTSA records only 1 complaint for the 2014 Cooper Clubman, giving it a complaint index of 17, one of the lower figures among the 7 model years with data.

Does the 2014 MINI Cooper Clubman have any recalls?

Yes, one recall (campaign 23V337000) covers the electrical system, addressing sunroof drains and interior footwell inspection tied to the FRM module.

How does the 2014 model compare to other Cooper Clubman years?

The 2014 model ranks 6th worst of 7 years by complaint index, well below the 2009 model year, which has the highest complaint index at 100 and an Avoid verdict.

What is the top reported problem area for the 2014 Cooper Clubman?

The single logged complaint falls under the Electrical System category, which makes up 100% of the reported issues for this year.

2014 MINI Cooper Clubman Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

No verdict The 2014 MINI Cooper Clubman has only 1 recorded complaint and a complaint index of 17, ranking 6th of 7 model years. It carries 1 recall covering the electrical system, tied to sunroof drain and footwell water intrusion risk.

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

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 17/100; #6 of 7 Cooper Clubman years
Verdict: No verdict; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 1; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 1; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 0; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Top issue: Electrical System
Best nearby year: 2011; lowest-risk (no Good/Best year)

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 29.5; 26.5 city / 34 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0

2014 MINI Cooper Clubman recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

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: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2012	No verdict	0	0	1	30
2013	No verdict	33	3	1	30
2014	No verdict	17	1	1	29.5

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2014 MINI Cooper Clubman reliable?: NHTSA records only 1 complaint for the 2014 Cooper Clubman, giving it a complaint index of 17, one of the lower figures among the 7 model years with data.
Does the 2014 MINI Cooper Clubman have any recalls?: Yes, one recall (campaign 23V337000) covers the electrical system, addressing sunroof drains and interior footwell inspection tied to the FRM module.
How does the 2014 model compare to other Cooper Clubman years?: The 2014 model ranks 6th worst of 7 years by complaint index, well below the 2009 model year, which has the highest complaint index at 100 and an Avoid verdict.
What is the top reported problem area for the 2014 Cooper Clubman?: The single logged complaint falls under the Electrical System category, which makes up 100% of the reported issues for this year.