2017 Mini Clubman
Only 23 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 23 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 23
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2017
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2017: 23 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 1 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2024 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 23 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
6 of 23 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing floor shift.
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It is now common knowledge that this transmission of the 3rd generation has an avoidable fault. There is a small spring in the shifter assembly that fails. It causes an error alert that car is not secure, when it actually is.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-02-25
Exterior lighting
5 of 23 total reports mention: exterior lighting.
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Problem 1. A bug is inside of tail lamp (Right) 2. A lot of dead bug's debris and dust are on the housing of both tail lamps.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-07-10
I have a melted socket and exposed wire for my right headlight bulb (High/low beam malfunction error). The whole headlight is cloudy which I assume is from when the socket melted/burned up.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-04-27
Service brakes
3 of 23 total reports mention: service brakes.
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I own a 2017 Mini Clubman, when applying the brakes what turns on are the rear fog lights located in the bottom rear bumper. The main rear tail lights do not illuminate when break pedal is pressed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-03
I dont own a 2017 Mini Clubman, but was driving behind one on the interstate.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-08-08
Engine
2 of 23 total reports mention: engine.
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on 10-15-2024 while i was on my way home my mini caught fire while driving. total loss, i was driving about 65mph and my coworker who travel the same direction flagged me down then calling me to tell me my car was smoking really bad.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-10-31
Electrical system
2 of 23 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing speedometer/odometer.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2016-09-09Air bags16V553000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 MINI Clubman vehicles manufactured August 19, 2015, through July 14, 2016.
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.
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2017-02-10Air bags16V914000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman...
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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2017-10-20Trailer hitches17E051000 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.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2017 Mini Clubman — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V553000 · Air bags
- Recall 16V914000 · Air bags
- Recall 17E051000 · Trailer hitches
FAQ
- Is the 2017 Mini Clubman reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Mini Clubman?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2017 Mini Clubman have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.