2014 MINI COUNTRYMAN

0 recalls, 23 complaints - 38 TSBs

No recalls found for this vehicle.

Complaint Statistics

23 total complaints 2 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ENGINE6
UNKNOWN OR OTHER5
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
STRUCTURE:BODY2
AIR BAGS2
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM2
EXTERIOR LIGHTING1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
STRUCTURE1
ENGINE Feb 10, 2026
Incident date: Feb 4, 2026
Intermittently for the last year, car will show 3 dash lights: 1. AEB light 2. Slip indicator light 3. Master warning light When this occurs, the car can be slow to accelerate. When the three lights are on, the problem will persist until the engine is shut off for a period of several minutes. It... Read more
STRUCTURE Dec 29, 2025
Incident date: Nov 12, 2025
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V031000 (Structure); however, the recall remedy parts were not fully available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the recall remedy was partially available. The dealer stated that the... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Oct 30, 2024
Incident date: Sep 30, 2024
I went to start my car and it would not turn over. All the lights were on, the vehicle wouldn't move out of park, and the security system kept going off. The last time this happened I had the starter replaced and the neutral safety switch and it was fine for a bit but now it's happened again. This ... Read more
ENGINE Oct 30, 2024
Incident date: Sep 30, 2024
I went to start my car and it would not turn over. All the lights were on, the vehicle wouldn't move out of park, and the security system kept going off. The last time this happened I had the starter replaced and the neutral safety switch and it was fine for a bit but now it's happened again. This ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Jul 30, 2024
Incident date: Apr 11, 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle sputtered. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic whe... Read more
ENGINE Jul 30, 2024
Incident date: Apr 11, 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle sputtered. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic whe... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jul 30, 2024
Incident date: Apr 11, 2024
The vehicle will run extremely rough and not accelerate when needed especially after filling the tank with gasoline. It will almost die in the intersection when you’re trying to get past Traffic. It will not reach Highway speed at times and when you step on the gas the engine makes a strange noise... Read more
ENGINE Apr 19, 2024
Incident date: Apr 1, 2024
1: Cylinder 1 misfire (available for inspection upon request) 2: Vehicle can cut off without warning while ABS brakes malfunction. 3: Dealer unknown Independent service confirm 4:unknown 5: engine light illuminated intermittingly 1week prior to the misfire.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL Jun 5, 2023
Incident date: May 5, 2023
I was driving on Interstate 25 north towards Santa Fe NM at about 75mph with the cruise control engaged. The car abruptly slowed down to about 60 mph for no apparent reason. The slow down was so quick that passengers were pushed forward in their seats. This has happened before when cruise control wa... Read more
AIR BAGS May 30, 2023
Incident date: May 26, 2023
The airbag warning light has come on. An independent shop and the dealer say the repair is $4500 or more -- greater than the value of the vehicle, because Nissan only sells the complete passenger seat as a repair part, and requires the airbag be paired with the car at the dealer. I ask that this s... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER May 30, 2023
Incident date: May 17, 2023
While driving on a highway my sunroof randomly shattered. There were barely any cars around me. Nothing his my sunroof it just shattered randomly.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Dec 17, 2022
Incident date: Nov 8, 2022
The drains that funnel rain water from sun roof and doors become dislodge causing water to flood inside the passenger floor and cause electrical short.. my main computer shorted out and my car died while i was doing 65 mph on the freeway i was almost killed the mini dealer checked it out and said th... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Dec 17, 2022
Incident date: Nov 8, 2022
The drains that funnel rain water from sun roof and doors become dislodge causing water to flood inside the passenger floor and cause electrical short.. my main computer shorted out and my car died while i was doing 65 mph on the freeway i was almost killed the mini dealer checked it out and said th... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Dec 17, 2022
Incident date: Nov 8, 2022
The drains that funnel rain water from sun roof and doors become dislodge causing water to flood inside the passenger floor and cause electrical short.. my main computer shorted out and my car died while i was doing 65 mph on the freeway i was almost killed the mini dealer checked it out and said th... Read more
ENGINE Apr 5, 2021
Incident date: Mar 25, 2021
THIS CAR HAS 52,000 MILES AND IS LEAKING OIL FROM THE FRONT OF THE ENGINE. WHEN LOOKING, I FOUND THAT MANY PEOPLE HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM, AND IT IS EXPENSIVE TO FIX.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jan 17, 2021
Incident date: Jan 8, 2021
ENGINE LIGHT TURN ON CONSTANTLY. ENGINE WAS REPLACED LEAKS, SENSORS, SPARKS PLUGS ETC. CAR CONTINUES TO JERK AFTER CHANGING PARTS. UNSAFE TO DRIVE. JERKS AFTER STARTING AND SPEEDS OF 40MPH AND HIGHWAY SPEEDS. OIL FOUND IN SPARK PLUGS AND CHANGED STILL HAS PROBLEMS.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jan 17, 2021
Incident date: Jan 8, 2021
ENGINE LIGHT TURN ON CONSTANTLY. ENGINE WAS REPLACED LEAKS, SENSORS, SPARKS PLUGS ETC. CAR CONTINUES TO JERK AFTER CHANGING PARTS. UNSAFE TO DRIVE. JERKS AFTER STARTING AND SPEEDS OF 40MPH AND HIGHWAY SPEEDS. OIL FOUND IN SPARK PLUGS AND CHANGED STILL HAS PROBLEMS.
ENGINE Jan 17, 2021
Incident date: Jan 8, 2021
ENGINE LIGHT TURN ON CONSTANTLY. ENGINE WAS REPLACED LEAKS, SENSORS, SPARKS PLUGS ETC. CAR CONTINUES TO JERK AFTER CHANGING PARTS. UNSAFE TO DRIVE. JERKS AFTER STARTING AND SPEEDS OF 40MPH AND HIGHWAY SPEEDS. OIL FOUND IN SPARK PLUGS AND CHANGED STILL HAS PROBLEMS.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Jan 10, 2021
Incident date: Jan 10, 2021
THE LIGHTS CHANGE COLOR SPECTRUM, [XXX], FLICKER, BLACK OUT, AND THEN RETURN TO NORMAL. AN INTERNET SEARCH OF VEHICLE FORUMS SHOWS THIS IS A FREQUENTLY OCCURRING MINI PROBLEM AND THERE WAS A BULLETIN CIRCULATING AT MINI DEALERSHIPS REGARDING THIS PROBLEM. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDO... Read more
AIR BAGS Jun 12, 2020
Incident date: May 1, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF A DAUGHTER WHO OWNS A 2014 MINI COOPER COUNTRYMAN. THE CONTACT STATED THERE WERE THREE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT CALLED MINI OF ONTARIO LOCATED AT 1251 AUTO CENTER DR, ONTARIO, CA 91761, (909) 895-2925, AND MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHI... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Apr 13, 2020
Incident date: Apr 7, 2020
PURCHASED USED SUMMER 2018. IN FALL OF 2018, FRONT DRIVER-SIDE DOOR LATCH MECH. FAILED, PREVENTING DOOR FROM CLOSING. MECH WAS REPLACED BY DEALER. WINTER OF 2018 THE DRIVER-SIDE REAR AND PASSENGER-SIDE REAR LATCH MECHS FAILED. AGAIN, DOORS CANNOT BE SECURED WHEN THE MECH FAILS. DEALER REPLACED ... Read more
1 injured
STRUCTURE:BODY Apr 13, 2020
Incident date: Apr 7, 2020
PURCHASED USED SUMMER 2018. IN FALL OF 2018, FRONT DRIVER-SIDE DOOR LATCH MECH. FAILED, PREVENTING DOOR FROM CLOSING. MECH WAS REPLACED BY DEALER. WINTER OF 2018 THE DRIVER-SIDE REAR AND PASSENGER-SIDE REAR LATCH MECHS FAILED. AGAIN, DOORS CANNOT BE SECURED WHEN THE MECH FAILS. DEALER REPLACED ... Read more
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Feb 9, 2020
Incident date: Feb 3, 2020
WATER INTRUSION AT THE FRONT SEAT FOOT WELLS WHICH CAUSED ELECTRICAL ISSUES AND A BATTERY PROBLEM.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2014 MINI COUNTRYMAN

38 manufacturer communications from 25 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM9
350000 EQUIPMENT7
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING3
160000 STRUCTURE3
060000 ENGINE (PWS)2
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE2
200000 WHEELS2
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL1
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
M360119 Dec 1, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
New RDC wheel electronics will be introduced with future generation MINI models. The new wheel electronics are identified as Huf Generation 5. These new wheel electronics will need to be programmed using the new tool when replaced or when d
M360119 Dec 1, 2021
200000 WHEELS
New RDC wheel electronics will be introduced with future generation MINI models. The new wheel electronics are identified as Huf Generation 5. These new wheel electronics will need to be programmed using the new tool when replaced or when d
M360119 Dec 1, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
New RDC wheel electronics will be introduced with future generation MINI models. The new wheel electronics are identified as Huf Generation 5. These new wheel electronics will need to be programmed using the new tool when replaced or when d
M010218 Apr 1, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
N18 THERMOSTAT WITH THERMOSTAT HOUSING: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/ This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M01 02 18 dated May 2018.
M010218 Apr 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
N18 THERMOSTAT WITH THERMOSTAT HOUSING: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/ This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M01 02 18 dated May 2018.
M010218 Apr 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
N18 THERMOSTAT WITH THERMOSTAT HOUSING: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/ This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M01 02 18 dated May 2018.
M010218 Apr 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
N18 THERMOSTAT WITH THERMOSTAT HOUSING: LIMITED WARRANTYEXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/ This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M01 02 18 dated May 2018.
M230108 Nov 1, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
"MANUAL TRANSMISSION - STIFF DIAGONAL GEARSHIFT LEVER MOVEMENT. The customer may complain of a ""stiff diagonal shift"" (e.g., N-R, R-N, 2-3/3-2 or 4-5/5-4). Also, in some cases, gears cannot be selected, or the selector gear does not go in
M840114 May 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Bluetooth Connection Failures This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M84 01 14 dated February 2016.. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure
M840114 May 1, 2016
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Bluetooth Connection Failures This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M84 01 14 dated February 2016.. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure
M840114 May 1, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Bluetooth Connection Failures This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M84 01 14 dated February 2016.. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure
M630116 May 1, 2016
120000 LIGHTING (PWS)
Delay in Automatic Driving Light Switching on/off. When driving out of a tunnel or exiting underground parking, the automatic driving light remains switched on for two minutes. Shut-off period varies based on detected situation. This is nor
M630116 May 1, 2016
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Delay in Automatic Driving Light Switching on/off. When driving out of a tunnel or exiting underground parking, the automatic driving light remains switched on for two minutes. Shut-off period varies based on detected situation. This is nor
M840114 Feb 1, 2016
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M84 01 14 dated November 2014. SUBJECT Bluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: z Apple iPhones z Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connect
M840114 Feb 1, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M84 01 14 dated November 2014. SUBJECT Bluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: z Apple iPhones z Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connect
M110815 Dec 1, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Surface Cracks on the Water Pump Drive Pulley. During a repair, service or inspection, the drive pulley on the water pump shows signs of cracking. No part replacement is necessary unless there is another issue found that will be corrected b
M090115 Dec 1, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
New programming feature: Exclusion of Infotainment Control Units from Programming.
M610515 Aug 1, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CAS Module Fails Programming with CoAPI Error 2082. During vehicle programming, the CAS (Car Access System) module fails to program with CoAPI error 2082 displayed. Refer to the attachment, which lists the affected CAS serial numbers. The f
M610515 Aug 1, 2015
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
CAS Module Fails Programming with CoAPI Error 2082. During vehicle programming, the CAS (Car Access System) module fails to program with CoAPI error 2082 displayed. Refer to the attachment, which lists the affected CAS serial numbers. The f
M840214 Apr 7, 2015
251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
One or both of the situations listed below maybe encountered: ? Android device connection stability (dropped calls) ? 3rd Party App Metadata ? the album art and song title do not update when streaming audio from Pandora or Spotify, etc
M620115 Apr 1, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Door Open Message Displayed, Even Though Door Is Closed. The customer complains that while driving, a CCM (check control message) indicates the doors are open, even though they are closed. Also, sometimes the gong will sound and the interio
M340113 Nov 1, 2013
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
"?SI M34 01 13 November 2013 BrakesTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 34 01 13 dated October 2013. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Erroneous ""Service due"" Message Though Brake Lining Thickness S
M330112 Oct 1, 2013
200000 WHEELS
Adjusting Rear Camber. Rear camber cannot be adjusted properly. CAUSE Repair instructions not followed properly
M510513 Oct 1, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
Creaking/Cracking Noise from the Upper Roof Area. A creaking noise can be heard from the rear roof area when driving on rough roads or uneven surfaces. CAUSE The body shell roof support area, where the C-pillar is joined to the roof, is buc
M170512 Sep 1, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
"Service Action: Retrofit of the Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor. Internal corrosion could form in the engine coolant temperature sensor. This corrosion leads to internal bridging of the contacts, which can cause an inaccurate engine temp
M120112 Sep 1, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
N18 Engine: FC 37DE Engine Ventilation, Heating, Triggering Stored in the DME After Programming. The Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated after reprogramming the vehicle to integration level R056-11-11503 (ISTA/P P45.1.3.0) or higher. Wh
M130113 Aug 1, 2013
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
"N14 and N18 Engine: High-pressure Pump Repair Instruction. INFORMATION The current version of ISTA/D Repair Instruction 13 51 017, ""Removing and installing or replacing high-pressure pump (N14, N18)"" has a procedure error. The current ve
M120313 Aug 1, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
?N18 Engine: FC 2BF2 Rail Pressure Sensor Is Stored in DME Fault Memory. The customer states that the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated and the following fault is stored in the DME: FC 2BF2 Rail pressure sensor, workspace: pressure to
M840213 Aug 1, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Incorrect Customer Relations Telephone Number Is Saved in the Vehicle. The customer is not connected to MINI Customer Relations after dialing the number displayed in the vehicle Kombi or radio. CAUSE During the Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI)
M000113 Jul 1, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Vehicle Document Pouch Missing. The pouch in which the vehicle documents (e.g., Owner's Manual, Service and Warranty booklet, tire manufacturer warranty CD, etc.) are to be inserted during QC1 may be missing from the some of the vehicles in
M000113 Jul 1, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Vehicle Document Pouch Missing. The pouch in which the vehicle documents (e.g., Owner's Manual, Service and Warranty booklet, tire manufacturer warranty CD, etc.) are to be inserted during QC1 may be missing from the some of the vehicles in
M650512 Jun 1, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
"DWA (Anti-theft Alarm System): False Alarm Is Triggered Intermittently. INFORMATION Parts replacement will not solve the problem if one or more of the conditions described in the situation above caused the alarm to trigger. The sensitivity
M650512 Jun 1, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"DWA (Anti-theft Alarm System): False Alarm Is Triggered Intermittently. INFORMATION Parts replacement will not solve the problem if one or more of the conditions described in the situation above caused the alarm to trigger. The sensitivity
M170213 Jun 1, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
"PERFORM THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS SERVICE INFORMATION ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES BEFORE CUSTOMER DELIVERY OR THE NEXT TIME THEY ARE IN THE SHOP FOR MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS. SUBJECT Service Action: Retrofit of Engine Coolant Temperature S
M110112 Jun 1, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
The customer states that a small engine oil leak can be seen from the underside of the engine. CAUSE The internal sealing of the oil pump volume control solenoid valve is compromised, allowing engine oil to leak from the oil pump volume con

MINI COUNTRYMAN - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the MINI COUNTRYMAN across all model years (2016, 2025).

13 Total Recalls
154 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
6 Reported Crashes
11 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

MINI COUNTRYMAN - Year by Year

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Year Recalls Complaints
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2024 0 1 View
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2022 0 2 View
2021 2 3 View
2020 2 8 View
2019 2 15 View
2018 2 15 View
2017 2 9 View
2016 1 24 View
2015 0 18 View
2014 (current) 0 23

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