2008 Mini clubman
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Mini clubman is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.
2008 Mini clubman at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2008 Mini clubman recalls 0
No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2008 Mini clubman.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2008 Mini clubman common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2008 Mini clubman MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2008 Mini clubman costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 1
Engine compartment fire Closed
In a January 10, 2012 letter to NHTSA, BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) submitted a Defect Information Report (DIR) identifying a defect in the electric auxiliary water pump in approximately 88,911 model year (MY) 2007-2011 Mini Cooper vehicles manufactured from November 14, 2006 through January 18, 2011 (Recall 12V-008). According to BMW, the auxiliary water pump on vehicles equipped with 4-cylinder turbocharged eng…
NHTSA #PE11036 · Engine And Engine Cooling · opened Oct 2011 · closed Jun 2012An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 119
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 119.
Customer complains of a musty odor or damp front footwell carpet.
Bulletin M640116 · Structure · Jan 2024MINI electrical systems have continued to develop over the past few years. As a result, the demand on the batteries has increased. Breakdowns due to an empty battery or problems in the vehicles electrical system can have various causes, most of which are not d…
Bulletin M610607 · Electrical System · Oct 2023New RDC wheel electronics will be introduced with future generation MINI models. The new wheel electronics are identified as Huf Generation 5. These new wheel electronics will need to be programmed using the new tool when replaced or when depressurized (0 psi)…
Bulletin M360119 · Equipment, Electrical System, Wheels · Dec 2021OC3 SEAT OCCUPANCY MAT - LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES: Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension For the above-referenced vehicles, MINI USA, a division of BMW of North America, LLC (MINI USA) is extending the limited warranty for t…
Bulletin M011116 · Seats · Aug 2020CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N14 HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL PUMP (HDP) SERVICE BENEFIT CLASS VEHICLES: The MINI vehicle may experience a sudden engine operational failure reduced or loss of power while driving and the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) may be illuminated al…
Bulletin M010419 · Electrical System, Fuel System, Gasoline, Engine · Jan 2020"Cooper S with N14: Diagnosis for Misfire Faults. The Service Engine Soon (MIL) lamp is illuminated and/or the customer complains that the engine runs rough (engine cold or warm) with any of the following misfire faults stored in the DME: * 2771, 2772, 2773, 2…
Bulletin M120210 · Engine, Equipment · Jul 2019Air Conditioning System Leak Testing. The customer complains of poor or no air conditioning cooling. After further diagnosis, the system is found to be low or empty of a refrigerant charge, but when using an electronic leak detector, no leak can be found. CAUS…
Bulletin M640108 · Equipment · Jul 2019Service Action: Checking or Replacing the Door Sill Trim Strips. The door sill trim strips are deformed and/or peeling up at the corners. CAUSE: Insufficient surface preparation of the door sill.
Bulletin M510912 · Structure, Equipment Adaptive/mobility, Equipment · Jul 2019OC3 SEAT OCCUPANCY MAT: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120.
Bulletin M011116 · Equipment · Jan 2019"MANUAL TRANSMISSION - STIFF DIAGONAL GEARSHIFT LEVER MOVEMENT. The customer may complain of a ""stiff diagonal shift"" (e.g., N-R, R-N, 2-3/3-2 or 4-5/5-4). Also, in some cases, gears cannot be selected, or the selector gear does not go into the neutral posit…
Bulletin M230108 · Power Train · Nov 2018Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the CLUBMAN FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 1
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2008 Mini clubman. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Electrical
Issue: On certain vehicles, the footwell module (FRM) may become contaminated by a mixture of salt and moisture inside the vehicle. Over time, this can lead to corrosion that could cause a short circuit. Safety Risk: A short circuit can create a fire risk, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off. Corrective actions: BMW will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions…
Transport Canada #2023281 · May 2023Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.