2016 MINI CLUBMAN
2 recalls, 26 complaints - 32 TSBs
17E051000 Sep 17, 2017
TRAILER HITCHES
Defect Description
Curt Manufacturing LLC (Curt) is recalling certain Class 1 trailer hitches, part number 11451, sold for installation on 2016-2018 Mini Cooper Clubman and Countryman vehicles. The vehicles may have inadequate structure points for the trailer hitch mounting, causing the hitch to sag under to certain ... Read more
Consequence
If the trailer hitch sags or separates from the vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Curt will notify owners, and dealers will provide a replacement hitch, free of charge. The recall began on October 20, 2017. Owners may contact Curt customer service at 1-800-798-0813.
16V553000 Jul 25, 2016
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 MINI Clubman vehicles manufactured August 19, 2015, through July 14, 2016. The side curtain air bags for the front seat occupants may deploy in the intended positions in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to ... Read more
Consequence
If a side curtain air bag does not inflate as intended in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury to the front seat occupants.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will modify the driver and passenger side curtain air bag covers, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 12, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
Complaint Statistics
26 total complaints
2 crashes 1 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES | 4 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| ENGINE | 3 |
| AIR BAGS | 2 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 2 |
| TIRES | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Apr 12, 2026
Incident date: Feb 10, 2026
The outside mirrors had a recall for potential detachment. My driver's side mirror detaches sometimes even after the replacement. When I contacted Honda over this issue, they told me that they can't take my complaint and I should go back to the dealer which replaced it.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 12, 2026
Incident date: Feb 10, 2026
I was driving my 2024 Tesla Cybertruck on the Freeway 57 southbound between 9:06 AM to 9:10 AM at about 60 mph when the vehicle suddenly steered sharply to the left without any input from me. It completed a full 360-degree spin, hit the concrete median, and then came to a stop. No other cars were in... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 2, 2026
Incident date: Mar 30, 2026
The primary failure is a total loss of engine power and electrical systems while the vehicle is in motion. The dealership (Ray Skillman Southside Mitsubishi) has diagnosed this as a failed engine/body control computer system. The vehicle is currently located at the dealership's service center and is... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 7, 2025
Incident date: Sep 1, 2025
I was driving on the highway at a speed of approximately 70 miles per hour when the Bronco driver screen gave multiple warning notices and at the same time, the accelerator would not react. Steering power was fine. I was in the second from far left lane on a six lane highway and losing speed quick... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 26, 2025
Incident date: Jan 7, 2025
Engine racing not shifting down shifting while slowing down from 70 miles per hour, happen several times
ENGINE
Feb 6, 2025
Incident date: Feb 6, 2025
The vehicle shifted into NEUTRAL and the Park Break engaged while driving in Eco Mode at 25-30 mph. This incident happened twice prior to the following incident and within minutes apart. Parked and exited the vehicle for about 10 minutes. Entered vehicle, applied the break and ENGINE START button, v... Read more
STEERING
Jan 30, 2025
Incident date: Jan 30, 2025
The manufacturer failed to align the vehicle at all prior to leaving the factory. The failed parts all have to do with the alignment. My safety was put at risk because of the persistent pull while driving, shaking while driving, instability at high speeds, and the fact that the tires are now damaged... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Dec 2, 2024
Incident date: Nov 11, 2024
Automatic braking system has came 3 different time with out anything near the vehicle. First two times it happened I thought maybe something ws there I did not see, the third time I had two people witness the event and verified there was nothing behind the vehicle when the automatic braking stopped... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 2, 2024
Incident date: Nov 11, 2024
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, he was alerted by another driver that there was a fire underneath the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated prior to the failure. The contact stated that smoke and flames were coming from underneath... Read more
Fire
SERVICE BRAKES
May 21, 2024
Incident date: May 7, 2024
At 18,000 miles I was told that I would need to replace the rear brakes as well as the rotors. I only drive in the city and I am not a hard driver. I have never had to replace brakes and rotors within a year of driving.
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Oct 30, 2023
Incident date: Jul 1, 2023
I had gone out to do errands in the morning. My errands were in a nearby military base, approximately 4 miles from my home. When I returned, I parked in my driveway. When I went back to my vehicle to retrieve something, there was a large (approximately 2 foot) crack on my windshield. It was not ther... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 30, 2023
Incident date: Jul 1, 2023
Car started rough and engine light came on. Coolant low. Took car to Ford dealer service department and was told the problem was coolant intrusion. Was told not to drive it as eventually the car would overheat and engine block would crack. Only fix is to get a new engine.
AIR BAGS
Sep 6, 2023
Incident date: Sep 4, 2023
Passenger Occupant Detection System to detect a malfunction and switch off the passenger airbag, even though the seat may be occupied. In a crash with frontal airbag deployment, there would be an increased risk of injury to the occupant seated in the front passenger seat if the passenger frontal air... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 26, 2022
Incident date: Feb 3, 2022
1. 2016 Mini Cooper S Clubman's Head Unit is inoperable which provides vehicle information such as, Backup Camera, Oil Pressure, Tire Pressure, Maintenance Schedule(s), Hands-Free (Bluetooth) connection, Emergency Call Roadside Assistance, Brake Pads early warning due to brake pad sensors, and vehic... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Feb 26, 2022
Incident date: Feb 3, 2022
1. 2016 Mini Cooper S Clubman's Head Unit is inoperable which provides vehicle information such as, Backup Camera, Oil Pressure, Tire Pressure, Maintenance Schedule(s), Hands-Free (Bluetooth) connection, Emergency Call Roadside Assistance, Brake Pads early warning due to brake pad sensors, and vehic... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 26, 2022
Incident date: Feb 3, 2022
1. 2016 Mini Cooper S Clubman's Head Unit is inoperable which provides vehicle information such as, Backup Camera, Oil Pressure, Tire Pressure, Maintenance Schedule(s), Hands-Free (Bluetooth) connection, Emergency Call Roadside Assistance, Brake Pads early warning due to brake pad sensors, and vehic... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 12, 2021
Incident date: May 7, 2021
I have taken my 2016 Mini Cooper clubman in to the dealership multiple times for recalls. After I got my back now it’s saying that my drivetrain needs to be repaired and when I put fuel into my car the car studders to start. I have to turn it on and off like 3 times before I can even leave the gas... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 12, 2021
Incident date: May 7, 2021
I have taken my 2016 Mini Cooper clubman in to the dealership multiple times for recalls. After I got my back now it’s saying that my drivetrain needs to be repaired and when I put fuel into my car the car studders to start. I have to turn it on and off like 3 times before I can even leave the gas... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 12, 2021
Incident date: May 7, 2021
I have taken my 2016 Mini Cooper clubman in to the dealership multiple times for recalls. After I got my back now it’s saying that my drivetrain needs to be repaired and when I put fuel into my car the car studders to start. I have to turn it on and off like 3 times before I can even leave the gas... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Mar 27, 2021
Incident date: Aug 19, 1975
PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE COUPLE OF YEARS AGO AND REAR LIGHTS ON BUMPER ARE NON FUNCTIONAL WHEN BREAKING
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 27, 2021
Incident date: Aug 19, 1975
PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE COUPLE OF YEARS AGO AND REAR LIGHTS ON BUMPER ARE NON FUNCTIONAL WHEN BREAKING
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 23, 2019
Incident date: Oct 25, 2019
I WAS DRIVING BEHIND MY GIRLFRIEND WHO WAS DRIVING MY 2016 MINI CLUBMAN, WHEN I NOTICED THE BRAKE LIGHTS APPEARED TO NOT BE WORKING... I TOOK THE MINI CLUBMAN TO THE DEALERSHIP THE NEXT DAY, SHOWED THEM THE PROBLEM AND THE INSPECTOR SAID HE WOULD GET IT FIXED BY THEIR SERVICE TEAM. AFTER THEY HAD IT... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Nov 21, 2019
Incident date: Oct 10, 2019
LIGHTING RIGHT STOP BUMPER, THE BULB HOLDER DAMAGE
STRUCTURE:BODY
May 20, 2018
Incident date: Jun 20, 2016
THE BARN STYLE TAILGATE DOORS SWING OPEN WHILE DRIVING. THIS HAS HAPPENED ON A NUMBER OF OCCASIONS, INCLUDING WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY. IF PRESSURE IS ACCIDENTALLY APPLIED TO THE REMOTE, ONE OF THE DOORS WILL SWING OPEN UNEXPECTEDLY, POTENTIALLY CAUSING ACCIDENTS.
TIRES
Jun 26, 2017
Incident date: Jun 20, 2017
PURCHASED A FACTORY DEMO MINI COUNTRYMAN DEC, 28TH 2016 WITH 4,599 MILES ON THE ODOMETER. THE FACTORY SUPPLIED TIRES ARE GOODYEAR EFFICIENCY GRIP RUN FLAT 225/45/R18. AT APPRX 13,000 DURING SERVICE AT THE DEALERSHIP I WAS SHOWN A "BUBBLE" IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDEWALL. NO DAMAGE TO RIM NOR WAS T... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jun 13, 2017
Incident date: Sep 23, 2016
MY MINI WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT ON SEPT. 23, 2016, THE FRONT/BACK AIRBAGS ON THE DRIVERS SIDE DEPLOYED. THE DEALERSHIP IS TAKING AN UNREASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME TO DELIVER THE PARTS TO THE COLLISION COMPANY. I HAVE BEEN WAITING SINCE JAN/2017 FOR THE PARTS TO MY CAR. SINCE THE LEFT/RIGHT FRONT A... Read more
Crash
Technical Service Bulletins, 2016 MINI CLUBMAN
32 manufacturer communications from 21 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 8 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 4 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 4 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 1 |
| 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | 1 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 1 |
M640116
Jan 19, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
Customer complains of a musty odor or damp front footwell carpet.
M511616
Nov 2, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Cavity protection applied to underside of the hood is leaking out onto the wheel arch trim and grille.
M610607
Oct 25, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MINI electrical systems have continued to develop over the past few years. As a result, the demand on the batteries has increased. Breakdowns due to an empty battery or problems in the vehicles electrical system can have various causes, m
M160119
Jan 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
ENGINE STALLS AFTER STARTING OR WILL NOT START. The engine stalls right after starting (when stationary).
SIM010415
Jun 1, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
MINI Engine oil: repair order invoicing procedure - For covered repairs, effective with repair/claim dates on or after August 1, 2017 Warranties will only reimburse in exact quantities - the 1/10 liter "billing part numbers" for the appli
M120615
Oct 1, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
"ENGINE POWER REDUCTION WITH "CLUTCH DAMAGED"" FAULTS STORED This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M12 06 15 dated July 2015. A drivetrain malfunction check control message is displayed, prompting the customer to contact the deale
M310316M0604
Apr 1, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
Mini parts logistics TEC 26 turbo charger return
M310316M0603
Mar 21, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Mini parts logistics TEC 25 wishbone return
SIM650316
Mar 1, 2016
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
NBT and Entry Head Unit Software Update for Improved Satellite Radio Reception
SIM650316
Mar 1, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NBT and Entry Head Unit Software Update for Improved Satellite Radio Reception
SIM650316
Mar 1, 2016
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
NBT and Entry Head Unit Software Update for Improved Satellite Radio Reception
SIM650516
Mar 1, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SPORADIC FAILURE OF DIFFERENT AUDIO CHANNELS. INTERMITTENTLY, DIFFERENT SPEAKERS MAY BE INOOPERATIVE DURING AN ENTIRE DRIVE CYCLE UNTIL THE VEHICLE ENTERS SLEEP MODE AND THE VEHICLE IS RESTARTED.
SIM650516
Mar 1, 2016
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
SPORADIC FAILURE OF DIFFERENT AUDIO CHANNELS. INTERMITTENTLY, DIFFERENT SPEAKERS MAY BE INOOPERATIVE DURING AN ENTIRE DRIVE CYCLE UNTIL THE VEHICLE ENTERS SLEEP MODE AND THE VEHICLE IS RESTARTED.
SIM640216
Mar 1, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Air Conditioning Regrigerant R1234yf Introduction
SIM640216
Mar 1, 2016
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Air Conditioning Regrigerant R1234yf Introduction
SIM640116
Mar 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Water Ingress In Footwell Area From A?C Condensate Drain
SIM640116
Mar 1, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
Water Ingress In Footwell Area From A?C Condensate Drain
SIM651315
Mar 1, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
HISSING NOISE FROM SPEAKERS WHEN RADIO VOLUME IS TURNED DOWN. SOFTWARE IN HK HIFI AMPLIFIER.
SIM651315
Mar 1, 2016
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
HISSING NOISE FROM SPEAKERS WHEN RADIO VOLUME IS TURNED DOWN. SOFTWARE IN HK HIFI AMPLIFIER.
SIM651315
Mar 1, 2016
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
HISSING NOISE FROM SPEAKERS WHEN RADIO VOLUME IS TURNED DOWN. SOFTWARE IN HK HIFI AMPLIFIER.
SIM660116
Mar 1, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Comfort Access Restricted Check Control Message is Displayed
Guide
Feb 29, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
MINI crankshaft guide bearing service action (update 2)
SIM650216
Feb 1, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
False Alarms of the Anti-Theft Alarm Sysstem - NBT and Entry Head Unit Software Update for improved satelite radio reception.
SIM650116
Feb 1, 2016
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
XM Satellite Radio Recekption - Audio, Navigation, Monitors, Alarms, SRS
SIM650116
Feb 1, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
XM Satellite Radio Recekption - Audio, Navigation, Monitors, Alarms, SRS
SIM510216
Feb 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Rear door is difficult to open and the cover strip may have come off due to cold temperatures.
SIM510216
Feb 1, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
Rear door is difficult to open and the cover strip may have come off due to cold temperatures.
SIM360115
Feb 1, 2016
200000 WHEELS
A check control message states tire pressure monitor (RDCi) has failed. Hardware failure in the remote control unit (FBD3 antenna)
SIM360115
Feb 1, 2016
190000 TIRES
A check control message states tire pressure monitor (RDCi) has failed. Hardware failure in the remote control unit (FBD3 antenna)
SIM310315
Feb 1, 2016
020000 SUSPENSION
Cracking noise coming from the area of the front axle when driving over rough road surfaces, railroad crossings and speed bumps
SIM620515
Jan 1, 2016
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
SERVICE ACTION: CBS INCORRECT AFTER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REPLACEMENT - The Clock in the Instrument Cluster Loses time.
SIM620515
Jan 1, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE ACTION: CBS INCORRECT AFTER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REPLACEMENT - The Clock in the Instrument Cluster Loses time.
MINI CLUBMAN - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MINI CLUBMAN across all model years (2016, 2019).
7
Total Recalls
104
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
5
Reported Crashes
3
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths