2008 Mini Cooper Clubman
Only 27 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 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 27
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2008
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2008: 27 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 27 |
| 2009 | 39 |
| 2010 | 28 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 3 |
| 2014 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 27 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
10 of 27 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing occupant classification.
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Passenger seat sensor failure. This seems like a very common problem on these cars. Of course, there is a recall on previous years
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-12-19
Engine
8 of 27 total reports mention: engine.
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Playing golf, car is in parking lot. Engine catches fire, destroyed front half of car, engine fell on pavement .
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-08-11
Also filed under Electrical system and service brakes
Electrical system
6 of 27 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.
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The contact owns a 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-08-19
The contact owns a 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-05-13
2008 Mini Clubman. Speedometer is not accurate off by approx. 5-6 MPH at 60 MPH. Dealer did not care.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-08-15
Seats
4 of 27 total reports mention: seats.
Engine and engine cooling
3 of 27 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2024-05-13Electrical system23V337000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2014 MINI Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Clubman John Cooper Works, and 2007-2013 MINI Hardtop 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, and John Cooper Works vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Alaska,...
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the sunroof drains, interior footwell area, and FRM and, depending upon the results of the inspection, certain components will be replaced. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2024.
Buy-smart checklist
2008 Mini Cooper Clubman — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 23V337000 · Electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 2008 Mini Cooper 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 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.