MYRModel Year Report

2012 Mini Cooper S Countryman

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2012 Mini Cooper S Countryman
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:35:12.826Z

Only 26 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 26 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mini Cooper S Countryman Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2012 highlighted. 2011: 17 complaints 2011 2012: 26 complaints 2012
2012: 26 complaints
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YearComplaints
201117
201226

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 26 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

12 of 26 total reports mention: engine.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 MINI COOPER S COUNTRYMAN. AFTER DRIVING FOR APPROXIMATELY FOUR HOURS, THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE AND BLACK SMOKE APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE AND CALLED 911.

NHTSA ODI report, 20191018

TURBO COOLANT PUMP - LAST YEAR MY CAR SMELLED LIKE BURNT RUBBER AND SMOKE BEGAN COMING OUT OF THE TAILPIPES. THE SMOKE WAS SO BAD, THE CAR LOOKED LIKE IT WAS ON FIRE. I TOOK IT TO A BODY SHOP TO GET IT FIXED AND THE SMOKE STOPPED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180920

Oil keeps leaking back into motor and many car repair companies keep saying this is common and they won’t repair it because it’s not worth it also on another side the hood latch keeps breaking

NHTSA ODI report, 20240802

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 26 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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I had been having trouble with my Footwell Module since the fall, but for months, I didn’t know what was going on!!

NHTSA ODI report, 20250512

AIR BAGS

3 of 26 total reports mention: air bags.

SEATS

2 of 26 total reports mention: seats.

POWER TRAIN

2 of 26 total reports mention: power train.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20180615 — engine and engine cooling

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S...

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. Depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time.

Campaign 18V248000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2012 Mini Cooper S Countryman — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 18V248000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2012 Mini Cooper S Countryman 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 2012 Mini Cooper S Countryman?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 46% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2012 Mini Cooper S Countryman have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.