Worst 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Airbags
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 11 | — | — | 72,646 mi | |
| Airbags | 10 | — | — | 86,429 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 7 | — | 1 | 95,831 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 5 | — | — | 69,250 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Instrument Cluster | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches / Locks | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman
1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~97,933 vehicles.
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?
What are common problems with the 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman?
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Does the 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman have any recalls?
Should I buy a 2009 MINI Cooper Clubman?
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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