MYRModel Year Report

2016 Mini Countryman

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2016 Mini Countryman
RENDERED 2026-09-16T09:31:59.037Z

Only 15 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 15 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 Countryman Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2016 highlighted. 2014: 16 complaints 2014 2015: 13 complaints 2016: 15 complaints 2016 2017: 7 complaints 2018: 11 complaints 2018 2019: 11 complaints 2020: 6 complaints 2020 2021: 2 complaints 2022: 2 complaints 2022 2023: 2 complaints 2024: 1 complaints 2024 2025: 17 complaints 2025
2016: 15 complaints
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YearComplaints
201416
201513
201615
20177
201811
201911
20206
20212
20222
20232
20241
202517

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 15 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

AIR BAGS

5 of 15 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing occupant classification and air bag/restraint control module.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

I WAS ON A CITY STREET GOING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH WHEN A PICKUP TRUCK IN THE LANE TO MY RIGHT TRIED TO TURN INTO A DRIVEWAY I WAS APPROACHING TO MY LEFT- HIS CAR HIT MINE AND MY CAR ROLLED OVER ONTO THE ROOF AND THE AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180415

Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER

ENGINE

4 of 15 total reports mention: engine.

FIRE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4 of 15 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing ignition.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 MINI COUNTRYMAN. THE CONTACT WAS ALERTED BY HIS WIFE THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ENGULFED IN FLAMES WHILE PARKED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CONTACTED AND EXTINGUISHED THE FLAMES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180614

STRUCTURE

2 of 15 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.

FIRE
STEERING

2 of 15 total reports mention: steering.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20171020 — trailer hitches

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.

Campaign 17E051000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2016 Mini Countryman — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 17E051000 (trailer hitches) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2016 Mini 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 2016 Mini Countryman?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2016 Mini Countryman have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-15 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.