2020 MINI Countryman Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
73/100
#4 most-complained of 12 Countryman years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2020 MINI Countryman has 6 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 73 out of 100 — #4 highest of 12 Countryman model years (verdict: Caution). The most reported problem area is engine (2 complaints, 33% of the total). Complaints report 1 injury.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- —
Top 2020 MINI Countryman problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine2 (33%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (33%)
- Electrical System1 (17%)
- Fuel System1 (17%)
- Steering1 (17%)
- Structure & Body1 (17%)
2020 MINI Countryman recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 20V601000Sep 30, 2020Electrical System4,509 vehicles
Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 530e iPerformance and X3 xDrive30e and MINI Cooper Countryman All4 SE, 2020 BMW i8, and 2021 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le xDrive and X5 xDrive45e vehicles. Debris may have entered one or more of the hybrid battery cells during their production.
Risk: The debris could result in a short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire or injury.
Remedy: BMW will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery module free of charge. The remedy is currently being developed. Until the remedy is completed, drivers are instructed to not charge their vehicles. Drivers are instructed to not drive in manual mode, sport mode, and to not use the shift paddles. Owners were notified of the safety risk October 23, 2020. The recall began November 24, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- NHTSA 20V490000Aug 18, 2020Electrical System713 vehicles
Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 330e and X5 xDrive45e, 2020-2021 X3 xDrive30e, and 2020 MINI Countryman SE ALL4 vehicles. Loose welding beads may form a conductive path between the hybrid battery cells which could lead to a short-circuit.
Risk: A short-circuited hybrid battery may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery modules, free of charge. BMW issued owners an interim notification on October 16, 2020. Although potentially affected BMW owners received interim owner notification letters, all potentially affected BMW owner vehicles have been remedied; therefore, BMW Final owner notification letters will not be necessary. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
2020 compared with other Countryman years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2020 MINI Countryman a reliable year?
- Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2020 MINI Countryman ranks #4 of 12 among Countryman model years (Complaint Index 73/100, verdict: Caution). It has 6 complaints and 2 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
- What are the most common problems with the 2020 MINI Countryman?
- The most reported problem areas are engine (2 complaints), suspension, wheels & tires (2 complaints), and electrical system (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 3,000 miles.
- Does the 2020 MINI Countryman have any recalls?
- Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2020 MINI Countryman, most recently reported 2020, covering electrical system.