2016 MINI Clubman: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 MINI Clubman: 1 recall, 18 owner complaints.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #16V553000 · 2016 · 7,810 vehicles
What's wrong: The side curtain air bags for the front seat occupants May deploy in the intended positions in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 226, "ejection mitigation."
Why it matters: If a side curtain air bag does not inflate as intended in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury to the front seat occupants.
The fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will modify the driver and passenger side curtain air bag covers, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 12, 2016.
1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Trailer hitch Equipment recall #17E051000 · 2017 · 166 vehicles
What's wrong: The vehicles May have inadequate structure points for the trailer hitch mounting, causing the hitch to sag under to certain loads and possibly separate from the vehicle.
Why it matters: If the trailer hitch sags or separates from the vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix: Curt will notify owners, and dealers will provide a replacement hitch, free of charge. The recall began on October 20, 2017.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Exterior lights (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine (4): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
- Electrical (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2016 MINI Clubman has 18 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 10 Clubman model years for complaints (2.2× the average Clubman year). Complaints peaked in 2025 (4 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 7 years old, at a median of 8,950 miles. Neighboring years: 2015 (1 complaints, 0 recalls), 2017 (23 complaints, 2 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2016 MINI Clubman have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2016 MINI Clubman, plus 1 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 MINI Clubman problems?
Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are exterior lights (4), brakes (4), engine (4).
Where can I get a 2016 MINI Clubman repair manual?
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