MINI Countryman Reliability & Diagnostics Hub
Review safety complaints, recall updates, and engine repair guides for the MINI Countryman. Sourced from official NHTSA databases.
Safety Recalls
20V601000 2020 MINI COUNTRYMAN - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 530e iPerformance and X3 xDrive30e and MINI Cooper Countryman All4 SE, 2020 BMW i8, and 2021 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le xDrive and X5 xDrive45e vehicles. Debris may have entered one or more of the hybrid battery cells during their production.
Remedy: BMW will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery module free of charge. The remedy is currently being developed. Until the remedy is completed, drivers are instructed to not charge their vehicles. Drivers are instructed to not drive in manual mode, sport mode, and to not use the shift paddles. Owners were notified of the safety risk October 23, 2020. The recall began November 24, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
20V490000 2020 MINI COUNTRYMAN - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 330e and X5 xDrive45e, 2020-2021 X3 xDrive30e, and 2020 MINI Countryman SE ALL4 vehicles. Loose welding beads may form a conductive path between the hybrid battery cells which could lead to a short-circuit.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery modules, free of charge. BMW issued owners an interim notification on October 16, 2020. Although potentially affected BMW owners received interim owner notification letters, all potentially affected BMW owner vehicles have been remedied; therefore, BMW Final owner notification letters will not be necessary. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are common issues on a MINI Countryman?
Common failures vary by year, but often involve component wear in the powertrain, ignition system misfires, or oxygen sensor deterioration.
Where do I find the VIN on my MINI Countryman?
The 17-digit VIN is located on the driver's side dashboard near the windshield base, or inside the driver's door jamb sticker.