2010 Mini Cooper S Clubman: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 13 owner complaints on record; most reports concern engine.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Apr 2018
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“The contact owns a 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman S. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.”Owner report · Electrical System · Mar 2024
“The contact owns a 2010 Mini Cooper S Clubman. The contact stated that when the front driver's side door was opened, the contact smelled an odor of smoke and notice that underneath the steering wheel was burned. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was not made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 110,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.”Owner report · Electrical System · Aug 2023
“The high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) failed at 88400 miles and I had to pay over $1300 to have it replaced. Mini cooper issued an extended warranty on select 2007-2009 models to replace the hpfp at no charge because of this hpfp problem in so many of their vehicles with the r14 engine. Our vehicle was manufactured in september of 2009. Mini cooper is saying that our vehicle is not covered by their warranty. I believe this fuel pump was one of the faulty units that prompted the requirement and application of the warranty extension and that mini should reimburse us for the total cost of replacement plus tax. The vehicle started acting up when it was started in a stationary position.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Feb 2016
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“The vehicle is a 2010 and was purchased new. In 2012 the vehicle was brought in to the dealer because it idled and ran rough. The dealer repaired and/or replaced the timing chain. It had approximately 10,000 miles on it. In september 2015 the vehicle was again brought in to the dealer because it idled and ran rough. The dealer again repaired and/or replaced the timing chain. The vehicle has approximately 23,000 miles on it. As of today, 10/07/15, this vehicle is leaking oil and the dealer will need to be contacted for repairs. I have all service receipts for review.”Owner report · Engine · Sep 2015
“Cold start knocking noise, after driving out my lot the engine will suddenly turn off and have to start up again. Rattling sound continues.... *js”Owner report · Engine · Jul 2014
“Rattling sound during start up and early in in driving sequences, that comes along with a loss of powere or acceleration. The rattling sound can be heard from the upper right side of the engine (passenger side) . *tr”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · May 2014
“2010 mini clubman s timing chain broke. Slowed with no power acceleration. Then nothing. Instantly shattered into pieces. (produced "death rattle" and and then shattered.) *tr”Owner report · Power Train · Nov 2013
“First incident: on a hot day, vehicle was parked, drivers seat occupied and reclined. Air bag light illuminates upon restart of vehicle. Fault was reset by dealer with no explanation. Second time same situation; hot day, parked, driver seat occupied and reclined, airbag light illuminates upon restart. Dealer replaced air bag due to electrical cable for drivers seat airbag being nearly cut in two by sharp edge of seat frame. *tr”Owner report · Electrical System · Sep 2012
“Timing chain tensioner makes very loud rattle when engine is cold. Requires replacement. Cost $1500. Known issue by mini but they are unwilling to repair or recall”Owner report · Engine · Jan 2010
Recalls - 2 campaigns
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, 2011. THE ELECTRIC AUXILIARY WATER PUMP THAT COOLS THE TURBOCHARGER HAS AN ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT BOARD THAT CAN MALFUNCTION AND OVERHEAT.
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.
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 Countryman ALL4, Cooper S, JCW, Cooper S Clubman, JCW Clubman, Cooper S Roadster, JCW Roadster, Cooper S Coupe, JCW Coupe and Rolls-Royce Ghost, 2011 BMW X6 Hybrid and 2012 BMW 650i Coupe, 650i xDrive Coupe, 650i Convertible and 650i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat.
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. Owners will be notified of the recall beginning June 11, 2018, and will receive a second notification when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at BMW 1-800-525-7417, MINI at 1-866-825-1525, or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Note: BMW recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.
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Is the 2010 Mini Cooper S Clubman reliable?
NHTSA has 13 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 2010 Mini Cooper S Clubman. The most complained-about area is engine.
Does the 2010 Mini Cooper S Clubman have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.