2020 MINI Countryman: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2020 MINI Countryman: 2 recalls, 6 owner complaints.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical, Electrical Vehicle recall #20V490000 · 2020 · 713 vehicles
What's wrong: Loose welding beads May form a conductive path between the hybrid battery cells which could lead to a short-circuit.
Why it matters: A short-circuited hybrid battery May increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: 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…
Electrical Vehicle recall #20V601000 · 2020 · 4,509 vehicles
What's wrong: Debris May have entered one or more of the hybrid battery cells during their production.
Why it matters: The debris could result in a short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire or injury.
The fix: 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…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Wheels (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Tires (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Body & structure (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2020 MINI Countryman has 6 owner complaints, ranking #8 of 12 Countryman model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 9). Complaints peaked in 2021 (3 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 3,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2019 (11 complaints, 2 recalls), 2021 (2 complaints, 2 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2020 MINI Countryman have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2020 MINI Countryman. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2020 MINI Countryman problems?
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (2), wheels (1), tires (1).
Where can I get a 2020 MINI Countryman repair manual?
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