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Engine Reliability & Known Problems

Based on 5,106 NHTSA complaints. Updated May 2026.

5 Models
85 Engines Rated
41 Generations
5,106 NHTSA Complaints
Engine Ratings Overview
32 recommended 24 caution 29 avoid

Subcompact

3 models
Clubman
9 generations · 18 engines
200820092010201120122013201420162017
9 recommended 4 caution 5 avoid
Cooper
17 generations · 41 engines
20022003200420052006200720082009201020112012201320142015201620172021
13 recommended 9 caution 19 avoid
Cooper Coupe/Roadster
4 generations · 4 engines
2012201320142015
3 recommended 1 caution

Subcompact SUV

2 models
Countryman
7 generations · 19 engines
2011201220132014201520162019
6 recommended 8 caution 5 avoid
Paceman
4 generations · 3 engines
2013201420152016
1 recommended 2 caution
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