2016 MINI Clubman Problems
- Complaints
- 18filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 8,950miles, 8 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2016 MINI Clubman (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 18 consumer complaints for the 2016 MINI Clubman. The part named most often is brakes, with 4 complaints (22% of the total), followed by electrical system (4) and engine (4). 8 of the complaints include a mileage, and 63% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 8,950 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 23 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 8 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes4 22%
- Electrical system4 22%
- Engine4 22%
- Exterior lighting4 22%
- Other or unknown3 17%
- Tires2 11%
- Air bags1 5.6%
- Fuel system1 5.6%
- Seat belts1 5.6%
- Body and structure1 5.6%
Also reported: Transmission and drivetrain (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “Rear bumper brake & tail lights operate intermittently. Uninstalling and reinstalling bumper light assembly and bulbs may temporarily solve the issue. Light assembly is undamaged and wiring harness connector is clean. Power and ground are tested ok. Vehicle has 50,000 miles and is parked in a covered area. Never driven in snow or salted roads.”
NHTSA complaint #11730718, filed 2026-04Electrical system: “This vehicle has the same environmental air catalyst sensor as in the recall SIM 01 05 20 from the NTHSA however the engine number is different and isn't therefore covered. The failure started about 3 months ago and I've been back and forth with Mini about it. The vehicle has <75k miles. It's available to be inspected. It has been confirmed by a dealer.”
NHTSA complaint #11552704, filed 2023-10Engine: “I have 2016 Mini Clubman S with 109,000 miles on it , I got a check engine light with a Code U019D. I went to dealer to check and was told the radiator would need to be replaced at a cost of $ 3,700 dollars. After researching it is a common issue due to defect in materials, there was an extended warranty offered by bmw up 15 years or 150,000 miles to cover this defect. I was told that since I am in Florida it doesn't cover it and I believe this is wrong. If there is defect in materials and it is covered for some, why not all. …”
NHTSA complaint #11728925, filed 2026-04Exterior lighting: “The contact owns a 2016 Mini Cooper Clubman. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the left and right turn signals were inoperable. The contact was made aware by another driver that four out of the five rear brake lights were inoperable. The right and left turn signal malfunction and the rear brake light warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the place of residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. …”
NHTSA complaint #11628285, filed 2024-12, 110,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
63% of the 8 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 4,000 and 70,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: rising. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
- 16V553000Jul 25, 2016Air bags › Side/windowCovers: MINI Clubman 2016–2017
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 MINI Clubman vehicles manufactured August 19, 2015, through July 14, 2016. The side curtain air bags for the front seat occupants may deploy in the intended positions in the event of a…
Recall details for the 2016 MINI Clubman → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 23 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11021120Jul 30, 2025Transmission and drivetrain. The automatic transmission limited warranty for the vehicle Selector Lever Magnetic Shift Interlock Mechanism (Gearshift lug assembly portion) has been extended to 10 years/120,000 miles, as…
- 11006765Aug 12, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. For the eligible vehicles listed above, the limited warranty for the vehicle’s Selector Lever Magnetic Shift Interlock Mechanism (Gearshift lug assembly portion) has been extended to: 10…
- 10249431Jan 19, 2024Body and structure. Customer complains of a musty odor or damp front footwell carpet.
- 10245428Nov 2, 2023Body and structure. Cavity protection applied to underside of the hood is leaking out onto the wheel arch trim and grille.
- 10244507Oct 25, 2023Electrical system. MINI electrical systems have continued to develop over the past few years. As a result, the demand on the batteries has increased. Breakdowns due to an empty battery or problems in the vehicles…
- 10153782Jan 1, 2019Engine. ENGINE STALLS AFTER STARTING OR WILL NOT START. The engine stalls right after starting (when stationary).
- 10215022Jun 1, 2017Engine cooling. MINI Engine oil: repair order invoicing procedure - For covered repairs, effective with repair/claim dates on or after August 1, 2017 Warranties will only reimburse in exact quantities - the 1/10…
- 10146924Oct 1, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. "ENGINE POWER REDUCTION WITH "CLUTCH DAMAGED"" FAULTS STORED This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M12 06 15 dated July 2015. A drivetrain malfunction check control message is displayed…
- 10216708Apr 1, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Mini parts logistics TEC 26 turbo charger return
- 10216707Mar 21, 2016Equipment. Mini parts logistics TEC 25 wishbone return
Other model years of the MINI Clubman
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 6 | 49,325 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2017 | 23 | 55,500 | 2 | — | — | — | Rising |
| 2016 | 18 | 8,950 | 1 | — | — | — | Rising |
| 2014 | 5 | 65,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2013 | 13 | 77,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2012 | 10 | 70,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2016 MINI Clubman have?
NHTSA recorded 18 consumer complaints for the 2016 MINI Clubman as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2016 MINI Clubman is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 4 complaints (22% of the total), followed by electrical system with 4.
Has the 2016 MINI Clubman been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2016 MINI Clubman reported?
Among the 8 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 8,950 miles and the middle half falls between 4,000 and 70,000 miles; 63% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.