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2010 Mini Cooper Clubman Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 28 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman, most often about the electrical (57% of complaints, typically around 65,000 miles). It is the 2nd most complained-about Cooper Clubman model year since 2000 and has 1 recall.
Most common 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman problems
Electrical
16 complaints · 57%Half of these problems showed up before 65,000 miles.
Shift mechanism froze on several occasions before going in for service on 1/6/12. Upon inspection I was told that repair is not considered under warranty. Dealer claims that some coffee was spilled inside of cup holder and leaked below which resulted in shorting out of a "wire connector" and requires the replacement…
The contact owns a 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. The contact stated that there were electrical wires exposed. The contact stated that the lights, windows, and brake lights were inoperable. The service soon message was displayed. Additionally, the air bag, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The exclamation…
Engine
10 complaints · 36%Half of these problems showed up before 64,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle suddenly shut completely off. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the timing belt was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage…
Timing chain and tensioner has had issues when the car has low miles. Replaced tensioner in 2014 and then again in 2017 (2017 - only 78,019 miles). Timing chain had to be replaced in 2017(again only 78,019 miles).
Air bags
5 complaints · 18%Parts named most often: sensor.
Airbag sensor light on. Defective passenger seat occupancy sensor 2010 not part of the recall. Cost to repair defective mat $1340. Mini should extend the recall based on high number of complaints for 209/2010 minis.
The airbag light for passenger seat has come on and will not extinguish. The light remains on whether there is someone sitting in the passenger seat or not. The light is on when stationary or when I am driving, and whether there is a passenger in the seat or not.
Fuel system
4 complaints · 14%The contact owns a 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. While driving 40 MPH, the contact took the vehicle to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the water pump was defective. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was at the mechanic shop pending repair. The manufacturer was notified and stated that…
Difficulty starting the vehicle. On city streets or the highway the car acts like it isn't getting consistent fuel therefore it "hesitates" as if it were going to die in the middle of driving the vehicle. We believe it is the high pressure fuel pump as we have had the heads cleaned of all carbon and spark plugs have…
Lights
3 complaints · 11%
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2010 Mini Cooper Clubman recalls
Electrical: electrical system
Risk: An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the sunroof drains, interior footwell area, and frm and, depending upon the results of the inspection, certain components will be replaced. Owner notification letters were mailed may 13, 2024. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
Full defect summary
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2008-2014 mini clubman cooper, clubman cooper s, clubman john cooper works, and 2007-2013 mini hardtop 2-door cooper, cooper s, and john cooper works vehicles sold, or ever registered, in alaska, colorado, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, virginia, west virginia, washington d.c., and wisconsin. The electronic control module in the driver's side footwell area may short-circuit, due to corrosion from water and road salt.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
- What are the most common problems with the 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: electrical (16 complaints, typically around 65,000 miles); engine (10 complaints, typically around 64,000 miles); air bags (5 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman have?
- 1 recall listed by NHTSA, the latest from May 11, 2023 (electrical). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2010 a bad year for the Mini Cooper Clubman?
- It is the 2nd most complained-about Cooper Clubman model year since 2000, with 28 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.