Question 1

Is the Mini CLUBMAN reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Mini CLUBMAN has 98 total NHTSA complaints across 6 model years. The most reliable years are 2014 (6 complaints), 2019 (7 complaints), 2012 (16 complaints). Years to avoid: 2016 (26 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Mini CLUBMAN should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2016 Mini CLUBMAN. The 2016 model has the most complaints (26) with the top issue being LIGHTING.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Mini CLUBMAN?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Mini CLUBMAN are 2014 (6 complaints), 2019 (7 complaints), 2012 (16 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2019	7	January 28, 2024 I had a car accident and the air ...	Excellent Reliability
2017	24	The car has a warning light "secure car against ro...	Average
2016	26	LIGHTING RIGHT STOP BUMPER, THE BULB HOLDER DAMAGE...	Below Average
2014	6	AFTER GETTING NEW BATTERY INSTALLED AT MINI DEALER...	Excellent Reliability
2013	19	IGNITION COIL FAILED CAUSING VEHICLE TO DISABLE WH...	Average
2012	16	The contact owns a 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. The c...	Above Average

Mini CLUBMAN — All Years

Mini CLUBMAN — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid