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

NHTSA has 107 owner complaints and 0 recall campaigns on file for the MINI Cooper Countryman (2011–2013). With data for fewer than 4 model years, we show the numbers without year verdicts.

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 by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100201120122013
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

YearVerdictIndexComplaintsCrashesFiresRecallsTop issueMPGNCAP
2011No verdict5029120Electrical System28.5—
2012No verdict10053280Engine28.5—
2013No verdict025020Electrical System28.5—

Most common MINI Cooper Countryman problems (all years)

Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.

  1. Engine41 (38%)
  2. Electrical System33 (31%)
  3. Airbags12 (11%)
  4. Other11 (10%)
  5. Transmission & Powertrain11 (10%)
  6. Fuel System8 (7%)
  7. Visibility & Wipers8 (7%)
  8. Brakes6 (6%)
  9. Seat Belts6 (6%)
  10. Structure & Body6 (6%)

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the MINI Cooper Countryman?
Across all model years, the most reported problem areas in NHTSA complaints are engine (41, 38%), electrical system (33, 31%), and airbags (12, 11%).
How many recalls does the MINI Cooper Countryman have?
NHTSA lists 0 distinct recall campaigns covering MINI Cooper Countryman model years 2011–2013. Recalls are repaired free of charge by dealers; check any specific vehicle by VIN before buying.

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.