2012 MINI Cooper Countryman vs 2013 MINI Cooper Countryman
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 MINI Cooper Countryman | 2013 MINI Cooper Countryman |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 53 | 25 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 120 | 140 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–30 | 27–30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 50,033 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | MINI Cooper Countryman | MINI Cooper Countryman |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 27 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 8 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 4 |
| Power Train | 6 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 7 | 0 |
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
2012 MINI Cooper Countryman
2013 MINI Cooper Countryman
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.