CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Mini Cooper S Countryman has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (12 reports).
2012 Mini Cooper S Countryman recalls
Electric water pump can overheat and cause a fire
The electric auxiliary water pump in these vehicles may fail, causing its circuit board to overheat.
Most common 2012 Mini Cooper S Countryman problems
Problem areas named in the 26 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 12 |
| Air Bags | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
What owners report
Airbag light and seatbelt light are on continuously no matter if someone is in the seat or not.
I purchased a 2012 MINI Cooper Countryman from LA Motorsports (703 1st Ave N, Windom, MN 56101) in November 2024. Prior to purchase, I specifically asked whether any open recalls remained, and the dealership assured me all had been completed. After the vehicle failed within 60 days, a certified MINI technician inspected it and confirmed the presence of stop leak and catastrophic internal engine damage. The technician also confirmed that the auxiliary water pumpâsubject to NHTSA Recall 18V-248, a federal Stop-Sale recallâwas still actively leaking at the time of inspection, and that the recall was still open at the time of sale. This indicates the dealer sold the vehicle without complet
We have had issues with every single door lock actuator assembly in this vehicle the passenger door will not latch shut at all! I'm sure how you could see this as a safety concern!
I had been having trouble with my Footwell Module since the fall, but for months, I didnât know what was going on!! The first time, October 2024, I went to Advance Auto Parts to get help bc it was raining and my windows were down, and I needed headlights, not to mention, the signals werenât working. The second time it happened in January 2025, I didnât go to Advance, I just disconnected the battery myself for a few hours. The third time it happened, first week of April 2025, I got home that night, cut my engine off, and noticed a light in my dash I hadnât seen before. It was a fog lamp bulb, but the car was off, and it wasnât like normal, it was an error light. When I walk
The contact owns a 2012 Mini Cooper S Countryman. The contact stated that on several occasions while in reverse(R) and the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle failed to stop immediately. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic twice and a dealer once however, the failure could not be duplicated. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.
2012 Mini Cooper S Countryman questions
Does the 2012 Mini Cooper S Countryman have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2012 Mini Cooper S Countryman: Electric water pump can overheat and cause a fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Mini Cooper S Countryman?
Based on 26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (12), Air Bags (4), Unknown Or Other (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Mini Cooper S Countryman 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.