What year MINI Countryman should be avoided?

Despite the fact that most MINI Countryman models are extremely reliable, the 2011, 2012, and 2013 year models have serious safety hazards. We recommend avoiding these year models as they have been reported as having engine failures, fires, and other perilous defects.

Who makes the Mini Countryman diesel engine?

BMW
BMW has developed a new diesel engine for the Mini, a 1.6-litre, 112bhp turbo diesel.

Is the Mini Countryman reliable?

The Mini Cooper Countryman Reliability Rating is 3.5 out of 5.0, which ranks it 19th out of 21 for subcompact cars. The average annual repair cost is $880 which means it has higher than average ownership costs.

What kind of engine does Mini Countryman have?

There are no shortage of versions to choose from – it’s offered in One, Cooper, Cooper S and John Cooper versions with 1.6-litre and 2.0-litre engines. The big news for MINI owners looking to trade up is that the Countryman has a large and usable boot.

Is there a problem with my Mini Countryman?

16-6-2019: Report of engine problem with 2014/64 MINI Countryman (didn’t say which engine) at 55k miles. Auto electrician reported that the timing chain was not turning the camshaft. Possibly due to a stretched timing chain. 8-11-2019: Report of stop/start stopping working on MINI Countryman diesel. Suspect battery.

Why is the cooling fan running in my Mini Countryman?

One of the engine temperature sensors is prone to failure. If this part fails, the engine thinks that the engine is too hot and runs the cooling fun unnecessarily. If you are hearing the cooling fan running even when the engine is cold, this is an indication of a failed temperature sensor.

What causes a rattling noise in a Mini Countryman?

1 Engine rattling noise. Have you been hearing a rattling noise coming from the engine? 2 Temperature sensor failure. One of the engine temperature sensors is prone to failure. 3 Erratic engine idling. Has the engine on your Countryman been idling erratically? If so, the turbocharger dump valve is known for failing on this vehicle.