Most common 2011 Mini Cooper S Clubman problems
Share of the 13 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Mini Cooper S Clubman complaints by model year
Best Cooper S Clubman years: 2011. Years to avoid: 2009. Compare all years →
2011 Mini Cooper S Clubman recalls (3)
Engine and engine cooling › Engine
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S Countryman, Cooper S…
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. Depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time.
Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/supercharger
BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Mini cooper s, 2008-2011 Mini cooper s clubman, 2009-2011 Mini cooper s convertible, 2009-2011 Mini cooper jcw, 2009-2011 Mini cooper jcw clubman, 2009-2011 cooper jcw convertible, and 2011 cooper s countryman passenger cars manufactured from November 14, 2006, through January 18,…
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump free of charge. The safety recall beganduring February 2012. Owners May contact BMW at 1-866-275-6464.
Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel
BMW Is recalling certain model year 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman and Cooper S Clubman vehicles manufactured from February 8, 2011, through May 11, 2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicles Safety Standard No.
Remedy: All affected vehicles have been repaired at dealerships. Therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2011 Mini Cooper S Clubman:
Engine compartment fire
In a January 10, 2012 letter to NHTSA, BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) submitted a Defect Information Report (DIR) identifying a defect in the electric auxiliary water pump in approximately 88,911 model year (MY) 2007-2011 Mini Cooper vehicles manufactured from November 14, 2006 through January 18, 2011 (Recall 12V-008).According to BMW, the auxiliary water pump on vehicles equipped with 4-cylinder turbocharged…
What 2011 Mini Cooper S Clubman owners say
Electrical system
The contact owns a 2011 Mini Cooper S Clubman. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System). The contact stated that after washing the vehicle, the battery became drained. The battery was recharged; however, the interior lights and power windows became inoperable. The contact stated that the front headlights and taillights became stuck in the "ON" position. The contact stated the check engine warning light was occasionally illuminated. The contact disconnected the battery to prevent the failures. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but the contact received conflicting information each time. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several multiple occasions; however, the dealer stated that the contact needed to pay for a diagnostic fee before the recall repair could be performed. …
The contact owns a 2011 Mini Cooper S Clubman. The contact stated that water was entering the motherboard and fuse box. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System). The manufacturer was contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
Engine & cooling
When I bought the car, John, a sales representative, promised me that he would have the car inspected by a mechanic before finalizing the paperwork, addressing issues with the tire pressure monitor, tail light sensor, and license plate light. However, the mechanic couldn't fix these issues, and Mike, the owner, directed me to his "personal mechanic" in San Bruno. After multiple reschedules from Mike, the car began to display an engine malfunction error. I informed Mike, and he advised me to mention the issue to the mechanic when I brought the car in. When I finally took the car to his mechanic, I was told that there were no errors, but the error lights needed to be reset at a different shop, as the mechanic didn't have the required equipment. Despite this, the engine malfunction light remained on, and the car started to shake noticeably while driving. …
Only had this vehicle for 6 months. On the way to the Mini of san diego dealership to get an oil change, the car shuts down as I stopped at a red light. I was still in motion and on the street. I was coming off the highway. I tried restarting the car. I was in the middle of the street. There were overheating lights and smoke a couple of days before so discontinued driving the vehicle until my appointment with Mini of san diego. The day of the appointment, there was no indication light of overheating. The dealership was only 15 mins away from my home. I also found that the model of my vehicle was recalled for the same reasons that my car is currently in the shop for currently. Mini of san diego is telling me there's no recall on my car based off the VIN number. But based off the years and model, my car fits into the recall.
Air bags
My Mini Cooper was rear ended, and I was pushed into another vehicle violently. Not a single airbag deployed, my seat fully reclined during the impact, and my head rest broke out of its base. Due to the severity of the impact, airbags should have deployed.
The passengers seat occupancy detector is not functioning and it won't allow any airbag to activate. The passenger airbag light is constantly on and it is a safety hazard. This is a common problem with these cars, and no recall has been issued.
2011 Mini Cooper S Clubman engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed manual | FWD | 27 / 35 / 30 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed automatic | FWD | 25 / 33 / 28 |
EPA ratings. Class: Subcompact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2011 Mini Cooper S Clubman a good car?
Based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2011 Cooper S Clubman rates average: 18% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Cooper S Clubman at the same age. It is one of the best Cooper S Clubman years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2011 Mini Cooper S Clubman?
The electrical system — 8 complaints, 62% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the engine & cooling (4) and air bags (3).
How many recalls does the 2011 Mini Cooper S Clubman have?
There are 3 recalls for the 2011 Mini Cooper S Clubman, the most recent from April 18, 2018 (engine). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Mini Cooper S Clubman?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2011. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2009. See the full Mini Cooper S Clubman years comparison.
At what mileage do 2011 Mini Cooper S Clubman problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 59,000 miles; 25% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.