What year MINI Cooper S Clubman should I avoid?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2009 and 2011 MINI Cooper S Clubman have the highest Complaint Index among 7 model years and are the years to avoid. The 2009 model year ranks worst with 51 complaints and 2 recalls.

What is the best year for the MINI Cooper S Clubman?

The 2010 MINI Cooper S Clubman has the lowest Complaint Index of the years we track (13 complaints, 2 recalls).

What are the most common problems with the MINI Cooper S Clubman?

Across all model years, the most reported problem areas in NHTSA complaints are engine (48, 53%), electrical system (22, 24%), and transmission & powertrain (14, 16%).

How many recalls does the MINI Cooper S Clubman have?

NHTSA lists 5 distinct recall campaigns covering MINI Cooper S Clubman model years 2008–2021. Recalls are repaired free of charge by dealers; check any specific vehicle by VIN before buying.

MINI Cooper S Clubman Best and Worst Years (2008–2021)

MINI Cooper S Clubman years to avoid: 2009 and 2011. Based on 90 NHTSA owner complaints and 5 recall campaigns across 7 model years (2008–2021).

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

Avoid 2009 Avoid 2011

Model years: 7; 2008–2021
NHTSA complaints: 90
Recall campaigns: 5
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 7
Top problem area: Engine

Cooper S Clubman 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 S Clubman problems and recalls by year

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Recalls	Top issue	MPG	NCAP
2008	Caution	67	11	0	3	2	Engine	—	—
2009	Avoid	100	51	0	2	2	Engine	—	—
2010	Caution	50	13	0	0	2	Electrical System	—	—
2011	Avoid	83	12	2	2	3	Electrical System	29	—
2012	No verdict	33	2	0	0	1	Engine	29	—
2020	No verdict	17	1	0	0	1	Structure & Body	27.5	—
2021	No verdict	0	0	0	0	1	—	26	—

Cooper S Clubman years to avoid: what went wrong

2009 MINI Cooper S Clubman Index 100 · 51 complaints · 2 recalls

Owners filed 51 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 MINI Cooper S Clubman, led by engine (31), transmission & powertrain (11), and electrical system (9). NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this year. Complaints mention 2 fires.

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2011 MINI Cooper S Clubman Index 83 · 12 complaints · 3 recalls

Owners filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 MINI Cooper S Clubman, led by electrical system (7), engine (4), and airbags (3). NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this year. Complaints mention 2 crashes and 2 fires.

Most common MINI Cooper S Clubman problems (all years)

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

Engine48 (53%)
Electrical System22 (24%)
Transmission & Powertrain14 (16%)
Airbags13 (14%)
Other6 (7%)
Structure & Body6 (7%)
Brakes4 (4%)
Fuel System3 (3%)
Seat Belts1 (1%)
Steering1 (1%)

Frequently asked questions

What year MINI Cooper S Clubman should I avoid?: Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2009 and 2011 MINI Cooper S Clubman have the highest Complaint Index among 7 model years and are the years to avoid. The 2009 model year ranks worst with 51 complaints and 2 recalls.
What is the best year for the MINI Cooper S Clubman?: The 2010 MINI Cooper S Clubman has the lowest Complaint Index of the years we track (13 complaints, 2 recalls).
What are the most common problems with the MINI Cooper S Clubman?: Across all model years, the most reported problem areas in NHTSA complaints are engine (48, 53%), electrical system (22, 24%), and transmission & powertrain (14, 16%).
How many recalls does the MINI Cooper S Clubman have?: NHTSA lists 5 distinct recall campaigns covering MINI Cooper S Clubman model years 2008–2021. Recalls are repaired free of charge by dealers; check any specific vehicle by VIN before buying.