Model year guide

2019 Mini clubman

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2019 Mini clubman is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2019 Mini clubman — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2019 Mini clubman at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints6

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2019 Mini clubman recalls 1

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine NHTSA Campaign #18V465000 · 11/07/2018

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 540d xDrive vehicles. The crankshaft sensor may be equipped with incorrect firmware, preventing the sensor from properly processing input from the crankshaft reluctor ring, possibly resulting in a vehicle stall. On September 12, 2018, BMW expanded the recall to a total of 5,309 vehicles including certain 2018-2019 BMW 540d xDrive, 230i M240i, M240i xDrive…

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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.

2019 Mini clubman common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Dimensions & weight

Length
168.1 in
Width
70.9 in
Height
56.7 in
Wheelbase
105.1 in
Curb weight
3,371–3,446 lb
Front track
61.4 in
Rear track
61.4 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2019 Mini clubman — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 6

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.

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Bulletin M010324 · Fuel/propulsion System · Apr 2026

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Bulletin M010324 · Fuel/propulsion System · Oct 2024

Customer complains of a musty odor or damp front footwell carpet.

Bulletin M640116 · Structure · Jan 2024

Cavity protection applied to underside of the hood is leaking out onto the wheel arch trim and grille.

Bulletin M511616 · Structure · Nov 2023

MINI 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 2023

Due to a production error, the telematics control units were delivered without an IMS configuration. The Connected Drive voice services (Concierge Call, MINI Assistance and emergency call voice) can no longer be used regionally in the US in vehicle with telema…

Bulletin M840322 · Equipment · Sep 2022

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the CLUBMAN FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 2

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2019 Mini clubman. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Label

Issue: On certain vehicles, the tire and loading information label does not list that there is no spare tire in both official languages. The label reads as "NONE" when it should read as "NONE / AUCUN". Canadian regulations require the information to be listed on the label in both English and French. Safety Risk: This error does not affect vehicle safety. Corrective Actions: Thi…

Transport Canada #2024544 · Aug 2024

Engine

On certain vehicles, a crankshaft sensor error may cause the engine to stall. This would result in a loss of motive power, which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor. Note: This condition would result in the illumination of the check engine warning lamp and an “engine malfunction” mes…

Transport Canada #2018497 · Sep 2018

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

2019 Mini clubman trims & engines on record

Engines
2.0L 3-cyl 189 hp

2019 Mini clubman vehicles on record

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Other Mini clubman model years

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2019 Mini clubman — frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Mini clubman have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2019 Mini clubman. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Mini clubman?

Across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, exterior lighting, power train.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.