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2025 Mini Countryman: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2025 Mini Countryman — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Middle-of-the-pack complaint volume for SUV.
Owners filed 18 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 56% of 2025 SUVs. Electrical System leads the reports (39%). 2 safety recall campaigns on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2025 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
18
Reports to NHTSA, 2025
Safety recalls
2
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Not rated
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
91
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Fewer complaints than 56% of 2025 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2025 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Electrical System issues lead owner complaints (39% of 18 reports), followed by service brakes (28%).
Share of all 18 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11746804, ODI 11735640, ODI 11715345, ODI 11699042, ODI 11632371.
Recalls(2)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)Dec 2024 · 24V104000Details +Close −
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.
Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.
Air Bags · 24V340000Details +Close −
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4 and JCW Countryman ALL4 vehicles. The armrest support bracket on the rear side door panel may be improperly secured, allowing the armrest to detach during an air bag deployment.
Risk: A detached armrest can strike a rear seat occupant or prevent the thorax air bag from deploying properly, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right rear side door panels, free of charge. The vehicles have not been sold from dealer inventory and therefore no owner letters will be mailed. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
No NHTSA crash test is on record for this year. Some vehicles and model years were not tested or do not have a published NCAP result.
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Countryman SE ALL4 (18 inch Wheels) | — | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 99 | 94 | 96 |
| Countryman SE ALL4 (19 inch Wheels) | — | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 94 | 88 | 91 |
| Countryman S All4 | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 24 | 32 | 27 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2025 Mini Countryman: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2025 Mini Countryman?
Owners filed 18 NHTSA complaints about the 2025 Mini Countryman — fewer complaints than 56% of comparable 2025 SUVs, so it sits toward the stronger end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2025 Mini Countryman?
The most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (39% of complaints) and service brakes (28%).
How many recalls does the 2025 Mini Countryman have?
2 recalls have been issued that affect the 2025 Mini Countryman, covering components such as electronic stability control (esc). Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Mini Countryman get?
The EPA rates the 2025 Mini Countryman between 27 and 96 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.