2021 MINI Countryman: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2021 MINI Countryman: 2 recalls, 2 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 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…
Seat belts Vehicle recall #21V554000 · 2021 · 21,537 vehicles
What's wrong: The passenger seat belt automatic locking retractor (alr) May deactivate early, before the webbing fully retracts. As such, these assemblies fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Why it matters: During a crash, a seat belt retractor that does not function as intended increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the seat belt retractors (including the seat belts) and, if necessary, replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Speed control / throttle (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Forward collision avoidance (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Fuel & propulsion (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2021 MINI Countryman has 2 owner complaints, ranking #9 of 12 Countryman model years for complaints (well below the 9 average). Neighboring years: 2020 (6 complaints, 2 recalls), 2022 (2 complaints, 0 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2021 MINI Countryman have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2021 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 2021 MINI Countryman problems?
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are speed control / throttle (1), forward collision avoidance (1), fuel & propulsion (1).
Where can I get a 2021 MINI Countryman repair manual?
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