Most common 2019 Mini Countryman problems
Share of the 11 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Mini Countryman complaints by model year
Best Countryman years: 2021, 2017. Years to avoid: 2025. Compare all years →
2019 Mini Countryman recalls (2)
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017-2019 MINI Cooper Countryman vehicles. These vehicles may be missing a crash protection plate near the high pressure fuel pump, which may result in a fuel leak in the event of a crash.
Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will install a crash protection plate, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on October 22, 2018.
Engine and engine cooling › Engine
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 540d xDrive vehicles. The crankshaft sensor may be equipped with incorrect firmware, preventing the sensor from properly processing input from the crankshaft reluctor ring, possibly resulting in a vehicle stall.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
What 2019 Mini Countryman owners say
Engine & cooling
My car is a 2019 Mini Countryman All4 S. It currently has 17,000 miles. I bought it new, and it has only been serviced by the Dealer. On July 20, it was in for an oil change, and they informed me that right engine mount was starting to tear and needed to be replaced. The price quoted was $1,135.83. I have owned many cars with a lot more age and mileage, and have never had to replace an engine mount. They said if I did not replace it, it would eventually damage other parts of the engine. After talking with other Mini owners, I found out it is common for this part to fail much sooner than it should. They all felt it should be recalled, particularly due to the repair cost and short lifespan. I spoke with Mini/BMW, and was told that it was a "wear and tear" item, and they took age into consideration, so they could not help me.
This car is a PHEV. I experienced a drivetrain malfunction warning noted on instrument display. Vehicle states it can continue to be driven "moderately" with reduced drivetrain output. This is similar to an incident recently in which the instrument cluster stopped working following a drivetrain warning on the instrument cluster. Dealer has not yet diagnosed this latest problem but for the previous issue states it is due to high voltage battery not being fully charged when driving but does not acknowledge any faults with the system.
2019 Mini Countryman engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | 6-speed manual | FWD | 24 / 33 / 28 |
| 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | 6-speed automatic | FWD | 24 / 32 / 27 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 8-speed automatic | FWD | 23 / 32 / 27 |
| 1.5L 3-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | 6-speed automatic | AWD | 28 / 27 / 27 |
| 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | 6-speed manual | AWD | 22 / 32 / 26 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 8-speed automatic | AWD | 22 / 31 / 26 |
| 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | 8-speed automatic | AWD | 23 / 30 / 25 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed manual | AWD | 21 / 30 / 24 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2019 Mini Countryman a good car?
Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 Countryman rates average: 1.5× as many complaints as a typical year of the Countryman at the same age. 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 2019 Mini Countryman?
The engine & cooling — 4 complaints, 36% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the steering (2) and fuel & propulsion system (2).
How many recalls does the 2019 Mini Countryman have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2019 Mini Countryman, the most recent from August 23, 2018 (fuel pump). 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 Countryman?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2021 and 2017. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2025. See the full Mini Countryman years comparison.
At what mileage do 2019 Mini Countryman problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 17,000 miles; 100% 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.