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2012 Mini Cooper Clubman problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

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Recalls

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Investigations

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Crash-involved

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Fires reported

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Injuries

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Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2012 compare to other Cooper Clubman years?

Cooper Clubman NHTSA complaints by model year, 2012 highlighted56 complaints2008: 38 complaints2009: 56 complaints2010: 47 complaints2011: 27 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 3 complaints2014: 1 complaints
Cooper Clubman NHTSA complaints by model year, 2012 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V337000Electrical SystemMay 11, 2023 · 97,933 units

Defect

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, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin. The electronic control module in the driver's side footwell area may short-circuit, due to corrosion from water and road salt.

Consequence

An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

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. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

2012 Mini Cooper Clubman — common questions

Is the 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Mini Cooper Clubman years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Cooper Clubman years to avoid are 2009, 2010. The cleanest record among Cooper Clubman years belongs to 2012.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.