Most common 2021 Mini Countryman problems
Share of the 2 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 →
2021 Mini Countryman recalls (2)
Seat belts
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 2 Series (230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive), 330e, 330e Xdrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive) M4 Coupe, M4 Competition Coupe, BMW 4 Series Convertible (430i, M440i), BMW X1 sDrive28i, xDrive28i, 2 Series Gran Coupe (228i, 228i xDrive, M235i…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the seat belt retractors (including the seat belts) and, if necessary, replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021.
Electrical system › Propulsion system › Traction battery
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 530e iPerformance and X3 xDrive30e and MINI Cooper Countryman All4 SE, 2020 BMW i8, and 2021 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le xDrive and X5 xDrive45e vehicles. Debris may have entered one or more of the hybrid battery cells during their production.
Remedy: BMW will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery module free of charge. The remedy is currently being developed. Until the remedy is completed, drivers are instructed to not charge their vehicles.
2021 Mini Countryman engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | 7-speed dual-clutch | FWD | 26 / 33 / 29 |
| 1.5L 3-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | 6-speed automatic | AWD | 29 / 30 / 29 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 7-speed dual-clutch | FWD | 24 / 33 / 28 |
| 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | 8-speed automatic | AWD | 23 / 32 / 27 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 8-speed automatic | AWD | 23 / 31 / 26 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2021 Mini Countryman a good car?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2021 Countryman rates average: 50% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Countryman at the same age. It is one of the best Countryman 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 2021 Mini Countryman?
The speed control & acceleration — 1 complaint, 50% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the driver assistance (1) and fuel & propulsion system (1).
How many recalls does the 2021 Mini Countryman have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2021 Mini Countryman, the most recent from July 21, 2021 (seat belts). 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.
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.