Mini Cooper S Clubman owners have reported 3 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's hood hinge (1 problem). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's structure (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Hood Hinge problems | |
| Structure problems | |
| Body problems |
I parked my Mini clubman s and went inside a fast food restaurant for only 10 minutes, when I returned to my Mini, I was shocked to see smoke coming from under the hood. I released the hood latch and tried without success to open the hood. Read details...
Engine timing chain broke while driving because of a faulty plastic tensioner piece braking. This issue has surfaced repeatedly globally, but no recall issued. This needs to be recalled, it is clearly a safety issue and because of one small little plastic faulty part cost me close to $5000. Read details...
The drivers side door is frozen, it cannot be opened, from Mini forums I have seen where this is a serious ongoing problem. Now the back barn door is frozen shut. The locks are obviously broken, yet the dealership expects that we will cover this out of pocket to the tune of $1800. Read details...