2016 Mini Clubman Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2016 Mini Clubman has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes.

The most-reported problem area is Exterior Lighting (4 reports).

1Recalls
18Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2016 Mini Clubman recalls

Side curtain airbags may not inflate as intended

Recall 16V553Jul 25, 20167,810 vehicles affected

Certain 2016-2017 vehicles may have side curtain airbags for the front seats that do not deploy in their intended positions during a crash.

Most common 2016 Mini Clubman problems

Problem areas named in the 18 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Exterior Lighting4
Service Brakes4
Engine4
Electrical System4
Unknown Or Other3
Tires2
Air Bags1
Structure1
Power Train1
Fuel/Propulsion System1

What owners report

2026-04-12, Service Brakes
REAR BUMPER BRAKE & TAIL LIGHTS OPERATE INTERMITTENTLY. UNINSTALLING AND REINSTALLING BUMPER LIGHT ASSEMBLY AND BULBS MAY TEMPORARILY SOLVE THE ISSUE. LIGHT ASSEMBLY IS UNDAMAGED AND WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR IS CLEAN. POWER AND GROUND ARE TESTED OK. VEHICLE HAS 50,000 MILES AND IS PARKED IN A COVERED AREA. NEVER DRIVEN IN SNOW OR SALTED ROADS.
2026-04-02, Engine
I have 2016 Mini Clubman S with 109,000 miles on it , I got a check engine light with a Code U019D. I went to dealer to check and was told the radiator would need to be replaced at a cost of $ 3,700 dollars. After researching it is a common issue due to defect in materials, there was an extended warranty offered by bmw up 15 years or 150,000 miles to cover this defect. I was told that since I am in Florida it doesn't cover it and I believe this is wrong. If there is defect in materials and it is covered for some, why not all. Th ecompany has already stated it is a defect in materials, see below. SIM 13 01 19 Lin Bus Communication Fault for Enviromental Air Catalyst (EAC)Sensor FC1B8302. It
2025-11-07, Tires
I purchased a Septor 4xs tire from Walmart in cypress Texas, I had a tire blowout 1 hour later at a high rate of speed. the Auto manager Santiago Quevedo at Walmart stated this is a well-known defect with this tire and had another blow out with this tire.
2025-04-26, Service Brakes
On January 7, 2025, the vehicle started to suddenly brake and pull to the right side of the road when going above 40 mph for less than 2 seconds, and then I regained control. When on the left lane of the highway, the sudden movement was so pronounced that it made the car invade the right lane. This happened over 10 times on a single trip. Since this happened, the vehicle was stopped, and the front suspension was inspected. There was a front ball joint damaged. It was replaced, thinking this was the problem. The vehicle was used for the following months. However, when driving it on the highway, it kept doing the same thing. On April 15, 2025 the vehicle was being driven at about 25 mph when t
2025-02-06, Unknown Or Other
Transmission not reporting vehicle in park. Taken to mechanic and ran diagnostics. They said this is a safety issue. Needs shifter repair.

2016 Mini Clubman questions

Does the 2016 Mini Clubman have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2016 Mini Clubman: Side curtain airbags may not inflate as intended. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mini Clubman?

Based on 18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (4), Service Brakes (4), Engine (4).

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Mini Clubman has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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