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2019 MINI Clubman problems

The 2019 MINI Clubman has 1 active recall campaign on file and only 6 owner complaints in the NHTSA database. Often that means the recall caught it before the field did.

The 2019 MINI Clubman has 6 NHTSA owner complaints and 1 recall on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

MINI Clubman owner complaints by model year
Model yearOwner complaintsRecalls
2016 Clubman 18 2
2017 Clubman 23 3
2018 Clubman 1 1
2019 Clubman (this page) 6 1
2022 Clubman 2 0
2019 MINI Clubman
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Reliability score
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Limited NHTSA data — only 6 complaints on file. The score reflects what's reported, but a small sample skews easily. 1 active recall on file.

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Should you avoid this 2019 Clubman?
Not enough data for a verdict

Only 6 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 1 active recall above remain authoritative; read those first.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2019 Clubman · brakes Crash
The contact owned a 2019 Mini Cooper Clubman. The contact stated while driving at 45 MPH with her 3 years old son in a car seat located in the rear seats. and coming to a stop, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond and vibrated while emitting an abnormal ticking…
12/05/2022 · at 32,650 mi · NHTSA ODI #11496047.0
2019 Clubman · lighting
The contact owns a 2019 Mini Clubman. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message "Left Brake Light Malfunction" was displayed. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. No warning lights were…
11/19/2025 · at 66,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11700384.0
2019 Clubman · airbags Crash
January 28, 2024 I had a car accident and the air bags on my left side never deployed. The other vehicle crashed into the right side (passenger side) of my 2019 mini clubman which caused my 2019 mini clubman to spin around and hit another car on my left rear bumper. As a…
02/26/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11574064.0
2019 Clubman · airbags Crash
The contact's friend owned a 2019 Mini Clubman. The contact stated that while the driver was driving 25 MPH from a complete stop, another vehicle traveling approximately 30 MPH crashed into the front passenger's side of the vehicle by the fender, in the middle of an…
02/19/2026 · NHTSA ODI #11719173.0
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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 18V465000 July 12, 2018

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 540d xDrive vehicles

A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Common questions

Is the 2019 MINI Clubman reliable?

Limited NHTSA data. Only 6 owner complaints have been filed for the 2019 MINI Clubman, which is not enough for a meaningful reliability score. Active recalls (if any) are listed on this page and remain authoritative — those are verified defects regardless of complaint volume. For a confident reliability read we look for at least 10 owner complaints in the federal database.

Should you avoid the 2019 MINI Clubman?

Only 6 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 1 active recall above remain authoritative; read those first. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2019 MINI Clubman without a meaningful complaint sample — doing so off a handful of filings would be guesswork.

What should I check before buying a used 2019 MINI Clubman?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on the 2019 MINI Clubman to flag a standout failure pattern. Run the VIN for open recalls — those are free to fix regardless of warranty — get a standard pre-purchase inspection, and ask the seller for service records.

Is the 2019 MINI Clubman a good used car to buy?

Hard to say from federal data alone — only 6 owner complaints have been filed. Lean on the recall list above, a pre-purchase inspection, and a vehicle-history report on the specific VIN. Our data tells you what the model is known for; a history report tells you what that exact car has been through.

What's the most common problem on the 2019 MINI Clubman?

No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.

How do I check if my MINI Clubman has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2019 MINI Clubman?

Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 6 complaints on file. A quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. The decision comes down to your specific situation: vehicle cost, miles on it, how long you plan to keep it, and whether you can absorb a $3K–$8K repair without straining cashflow. With limited public data on this vehicle, lean on the recall list above and check owner forums before committing.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 1 day ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2019/MINI/Clubman. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with MINI. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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