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2014 Mini Clubman Recalls & Complaints

We couldn't confirm the NHTSA recall list for the 2014 Mini Clubman right now, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 5 owner complaints are on file.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2014 Mini Clubman.

2014 Mini Clubman owner complaints

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Mini Clubman, describing incidents dated January 13, 2017 to April 4, 2026.

Most-cited components

Electrical System 2 complaints
Air Bags 1 complaint
Engine 1 complaint
Exterior Lighting 1 complaint
Suspension 1 complaint

Newest complaints

ODI #11740402 · Filed May 27, 2026
See attached document for complaint.
ODI #11602024 · Filed July 14, 2024
The rear backup lights don’t work due to the defective footwell control module. This is a symptom of the defective FCM. It’s been well over a year and Mini hasn’t had the parts. Very worrisome when our young daughter is backing up and the lights are out!
ODI #11506454 · Filed February 9, 2023
I have had 2 problems with the springs breaking on my car which seems like a very odd thing, especially for a 2014 model that is not abused. This seems like a manufacturing defect and can easily cause an accident due to tire blowout and/or unpredictable handling. 1) The most recent problem occurred…

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We couldn't confirm the NHTSA recall list for the 2014 Mini Clubman right now — this is not a confirmed "no recalls". Check the VIN at NHTSA.gov/recalls for the official status.

try.vin has no NCAP crash-test rating on file for the 2014 Mini Clubman. NHTSA rates some vehicles by body style — pickups by cab, vans by roof height — so check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

5 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 Mini Clubman.

Engine and Engine Cooling

ODI #11740402

Incident: April 4, 2026 · Filed: May 27, 2026

See attached document for complaint.

Electrical System

ODI #11602024

Incident: May 17, 2023 · Filed: July 14, 2024

The rear backup lights don’t work due to the defective footwell control module. This is a symptom of the defective FCM. It’s been well over a year and Mini hasn’t had the parts. Very worrisome when our young daughter is backing up and the lights are out!

Suspension

ODI #11506454

Incident: February 8, 2023 · Filed: February 9, 2023

I have had 2 problems with the springs breaking on my car which seems like a very odd thing, especially for a 2014 model that is not abused. This seems like a manufacturing defect and can easily cause an accident due to tire blowout and/or unpredictable handling. 1) The most recent problem occurred on February 8, 2023 with the front springs. The spring on the driver side broke and shifted outward rubbing the inner sidewall of the tire causing it to blowout. Fortunately I was on surface streets driving around 20-30MPH when this started (noticed smoke from the wheel well and a burning smell. I was only a block or two from a friends house when this started and was lucky the tire did not blow out until I was less than 200 yards from his house. As of now I put one of the winter wheel/tire on the car but it is still not drivable due to the spring hitting the tire. This repair and a new tire (old set only had around 20,000 miles) are to be replaced tomorrow, February 10, 2023 for an estimated $1100 for new front shock/spring assemblies , labor and alignment (I am also replacing the tires for $1300 so all are the same make/model/mileage). I can share bill after the repairs are complete. 2) The oldest problem was with the rear springs in March 2020. The springs rusted and broke causing the car to squat in the rear and not handle safely on the road above 50MPH. It would bounce unpredictably and sway side to side in the rear. I was fortunate that I did not have to make any quick maneuvers that could have caused the car to go out of control. The springs were replaced at a local shop for a total of $1010.88. I can locate the file and share this bill if necessary

Electrical System; Air Bags

ODI #11384697

Incident: October 29, 2020 · Filed: December 23, 2020

AFTER GETTING NEW BATTERY INSTALLED AT MINI DEALER IN AUSTIN TEXAS AIR BAG NO LONGER WORKS. SEAT BELT AND AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT WILL NOT TURN OFF WHEN DRIVER OR TWO ADULTS IN FRONT SEATS. DEALER SAID THEY COULD NOT EASILY FIX WITHOUT REMOVING SEATS. MANY MINI CUSTOMERS COMPLAIN ABOUT AIRBAG NOT WORKING ON USER FORUMS. MAJOR SAFETY HAZARD.

Exterior Lighting

ODI #11218607

Incident: January 13, 2017 · Filed: June 8, 2019

BRAKE LIGHT PASSINGER SIDE LIGHT HOUSING MELTDOWN

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