2009 MINI Cooper Clubman Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman.

20082010
Complaints
56
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
1
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman Problems

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

#111 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:72,646 mi
#210 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:86,429 mi
#37 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:95,831 mi
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman.

Engine Problems
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
72,646
Airbags
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
86,429
Electrical Faults
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
95,831
Transmission / Drivetrain
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
69,250
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Instrument Cluster
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches / Locks
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2009 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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2009 MINI Cooper Clubman — FAQ

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

Is the 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman has 56 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 11 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (11 complaints, avg 72,646 mi); Airbags (10 complaints, avg 86,429 mi); Electrical Faults (7 complaints, avg 95,831 mi). 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 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 81,226 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman?
NHTSA complaints for the 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman include 0 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2009 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 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

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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