Mini Cooper Clubman S Problems by Year

We compared every Mini Cooper Clubman S model year from 2008 using 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, 0 recalls and federal defect investigations. No Cooper Clubman S year stands out with an unusual number of complaints.

1model years
34complaints
0recalls
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Complaints by model year

200834
Owner complaints per model year, Mini Cooper Clubman S. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).
YearComplaintsvs. typical*RecallsTop problemVerdict
200834——EngineLimited data

* Complaints compared with the median Cooper Clubman S year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.

Most common Mini Cooper Clubman S problems

  • Engine & coolingworst: 2008
    2676%
  • Air bagsworst: 2008
    824%
  • Transmission & drivetrainworst: 2008
    26%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroofworst: 2008
    13%
  • Fuel & propulsion systemworst: 2008
    13%

Frequently asked questions

What years of the Mini Cooper Clubman S should you avoid?

None of the Mini Cooper Clubman S years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.

What are the most common Mini Cooper Clubman S problems?

Across all years, owners report the most problems with the engine & cooling (26), air bags (8) and transmission & drivetrain (2). Engine complaints peak in the 2008 model year.

How many recalls has the Mini Cooper Clubman S had?

0 recalls across 2008.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.