2011 Mini Cooper Clubman
Only 17 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 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 17
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2011
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2011: 17 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 17 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
10 of 17 total reports mention: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
At about 6:40AM on September 23, 2022, the 2011 Mini Clubman car caught on fire. The car was parked in the driveway, locked with everything off, key removed and unoccupied. It was last driven the evening of September 22nd.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-10-04
Safety recall since 3/23/2023. It's 07/19/2024. With no solution yet , it's been over a year now with no solution. That is a un timely manner. Need to know what to do now . Can not drive vehicle, no blinkers or brake lights. Please help.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-07-19
The contact owns a 2011 Mini Cooper S Clubman. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument panel became inoperable, and the headlights started flickering.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-07-02
Air bags
8 of 17 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing front passenger and occupant classification.
Exterior lighting
3 of 17 total reports mention: exterior lighting.
Steering
1 of 17 total reports mentions: steering.
Service brakes
1 of 17 total reports mentions: service brakes.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2012-08-30Electrical system11V299000 BMW Is recalling certain model year 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman and Cooper S Clubman vehicles manufactured from February 8, 2011, through May 11, 2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of…
Remedy: All affected vehicles have been repaired at dealerships. Therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417.
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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
2011 Mini Cooper Clubman — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 11V299000 · Electrical system
- Recall 23V337000 · Electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 2011 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 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 59% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman have?
- 2 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.