Which MINI Cooper Countryman year has the most reported problems?

The 2012 model year has the highest complaint index at 100, with 53 complaints, 8 fires, and 2 crashes reported to NHTSA. Its top problem area was the Engine.

Is there a MINI Cooper Countryman year to avoid?

NHTSA data does not assign an official Avoid verdict to any 2011-2013 Countryman year, but 2012 has the highest complaint index (100) and the most fires (8) among the three years covered.

Which MINI Cooper Countryman year is the best based on complaints?

2013 has the lowest complaint index at 0, with 25 complaints, no crashes, and 2 fires, based on NHTSA data.

What are the most common problems across all MINI Cooper Countryman years?

Across 2011-2013, Engine complaints account for 38% of all complaints (41 total), followed by Electrical System issues at 31% (33 total).

Are there any recalls on the 2011-2013 MINI Cooper Countryman?

NHTSA lists zero recall campaigns across all three model years, 2011 through 2013.

MINI Cooper Countryman Best and Worst Years (2011–2013)

NHTSA data covering 2011-2013 MINI Cooper Countryman shows no official Avoid or Best verdicts assigned, but 2012 stands out with a complaint index of 100, 53 complaints, and 8 fires. 2013 has the lowest complaint index at 0 with 25 complaints and no fires.

Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls per model-year, ranked within this model — not a reliability rating. Methodology.

Model years: 3; 2011–2013
NHTSA complaints: 107
Recall campaigns: 0
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 12
Top problem area: Engine

Cooper Countryman 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.

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

MINI Cooper Countryman problems and recalls by year

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Top issue	MPG	NCAP
2011	No verdict	50	29	1	2	Electrical System	28.5	—
2012	No verdict	100	53	2	8	Engine	28.5	—
2013	No verdict	0	25	0	2	Electrical System	28.5	—

Most common MINI Cooper Countryman problems (all years)

Share of NHTSA complaints by component group across all model years.

Engine41 (38%)
Electrical System33 (31%)
Airbags12 (11%)
Other11 (10%)
Transmission & Powertrain11 (10%)
Fuel System8 (7%)
Visibility & Wipers8 (7%)
Brakes6 (6%)
Seat Belts6 (6%)
Structure & Body6 (6%)

A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.

Frequently asked questions

Which MINI Cooper Countryman year has the most reported problems?: The 2012 model year has the highest complaint index at 100, with 53 complaints, 8 fires, and 2 crashes reported to NHTSA. Its top problem area was the Engine.
Is there a MINI Cooper Countryman year to avoid?: NHTSA data does not assign an official Avoid verdict to any 2011-2013 Countryman year, but 2012 has the highest complaint index (100) and the most fires (8) among the three years covered.
Which MINI Cooper Countryman year is the best based on complaints?: 2013 has the lowest complaint index at 0, with 25 complaints, no crashes, and 2 fires, based on NHTSA data.
What are the most common problems across all MINI Cooper Countryman years?: Across 2011-2013, Engine complaints account for 38% of all complaints (41 total), followed by Electrical System issues at 31% (33 total).
Are there any recalls on the 2011-2013 MINI Cooper Countryman?: NHTSA lists zero recall campaigns across all three model years, 2011 through 2013.