2008 MINI Cooper Clubman Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2008 MINI Cooper Clubman.

< older2009
Complaints
38
Crashes
0
Fires
4
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2008 MINI Cooper Clubman Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#19 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:61,406 mi
#28 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:80,451 mi
Fires:1
#34 complaints

Electrical Faults

Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2008 MINI Cooper Clubman.

Airbags
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
61,406
Engine Problems
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
80,451
Electrical Faults
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Instrument Cluster
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Electric Power Assist System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2008 MINI Cooper Clubman

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~97,933 vehicles.

23V337000Electrical System
~97,933 affected

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.

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2008 MINI Cooper Clubman — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2008 MINI Cooper Clubman reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2008 MINI Cooper Clubman has 38 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Airbags with 9 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2008 MINI Cooper Clubman?
Top reported problems: Airbags (9 complaints, avg 61,406 mi); Engine Problems (8 complaints, avg 80,451 mi); Electrical Faults (4 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2008 MINI Cooper Clubman?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 70,368 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
Does the 2008 MINI Cooper Clubman have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 97,933 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2008 MINI Cooper Clubman?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full MINI Cooper Clubman reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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