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2009 Mini Clubman repairs by problem area

Engine (62%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (2%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (15%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (15%)

Other (3%)

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2009 Mini Clubman electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (13%)

< $100 (88%)

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Chart based on 16 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2009 Mini Clubman 3dr Wagon

turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

83000 mi

US $100
Engine would not turn over. All lights would light up, no error message given. Shot in the dark, I replaced the battery and everything was back to normal. 
17900 mi tweeter had fallen out of its socket (a-pillar) 

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2009 Mini Clubman 3dr Wagon

turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

98500 mi

US $200
Computer control for passenger window failed. Window not rolling up. Disengaged electrical unit to avoid ruining computer panel and paying over $800.00 to replace computer motherboard. 
12000 mi Wipers had to be re-initialized and adjusted--the auto-wiper feature was erratic and wipers were not parked in the right spot. Also re-initialized windows. 
12000 mi Clicking sound in the instrument panel, possibly the CD player. 
24000 mi AC drain had kink that caused condensate to short out electrical system. Then, engine would not start. 
9200 mi Window when rolled up will come back down. Window initialization was lost due to software error in FRM. Vehicle software was updated and windows initialized. 
16000 mi Passenger airbag light stays illuminated when passenger is in seat. Dealer could not find anything wrong on the codes. Would not repair. Called Field service and would get back with me within 2 weeks. After consulting with MINI USA, dealer replaced seat which fixed the passenger airbag light. Passenger airbag light now works properly. 
19000 mi Passenger Airbag light still illuminates when passenger is in seat. Intermittent problem. Dealer had Field Service Rep work on vehicle. Another airbag sensor was installed in passenger seat. Dealer could not get problem to happen in shop. Three days.. 

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2009 Mini Clubman 3dr Wagon

118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

6000 mi Window refused to go back up and stay, would go up and then come back down halfway. 
76000 mi

US $30
electric rear door latch failed while doors were closed. had to force doors to open to be able to replace latch. lousy design. Online others claimed dealer estimated $650 to do repair. Expert mechanic friend spent 2 hours to get door open light off. required precise adjustment (bending) of clasp to get warning light off. 

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2009 Mini Clubman 3dr Wagon

118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

8000 mi Key stopped unlocking car remotely, and outside temperature reading was about 50 degrees too low. 
15000 mi Seat heater in passenger seat stopped working. Dealer found disconnected plug under seat and reconnected. 
35000 mi Drivers window did not go up all the way and would not stay closed. 
39700 mi Passenger window not staying closed 

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2009 Mini Clubman Electrical Problems

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