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Mini Countryman repairs by problem area

Engine (55%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (7%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (15%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (6%)

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Mini Countryman electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (19%)

< $100 (69%)

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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.

2013 Mini Countryman 4dr SUV

turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

8000 mi Stock air compressor had a leak and needed to be completely replaced. 

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2012 Mini Countryman 4dr SUV

turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

56000 mi Passenger and driver doors would not unlock. Trapping myself and passengers in car. Drivers door finally released days later but would not lock again. Passenger door unlocked weeks later. Now that is out of warr, mini won't fix exist prob 
20440 mi Front passenger window motor replaced. 
24500 mi Driver's side passenger window motor replaced Hum when heater on. Dealer couldn't reproduce. 

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2012 Mini Countryman 4dr SUV

turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

38000 mi

US $408
replace with new battery. 
9000 mi Severe Battery discharge message - found "vehicle not driven enough" and the alternator failed to put out proper current at load 
9300 mi Severe Battery Discharge Warning 
23000 mi Severe Discharge warning light on. Battery tested defective 
60960 mi

€350
Computer stated there was a battery discharge issue. Dealer replace and reprogrammed battery. 

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2012 Mini Countryman 4dr SUV

turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual AWD

1000 mi battery repeatedly went dead, was replaced 

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2012 Mini Countryman 4dr SUV

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

70000 mi

US $400
Battery died! 

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2011 Mini Countryman 4dr SUV

turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

20460 mi Air condition smelly, Battery was worn out nearly. After service was not replaced. CD was replaced due it stop while playing.  While using auto rain wiper, warning light of window show.  
23760 mi Air conditioning manually shut to stop outside air to go into car 
68200 mi

C $1800
Alternator defective had to be replaced. Bosh 150Amp in the S model. Best price found is $940CAD + Labor. with taxes $1800. All system went down one after the other and engine stalled. 
35340 mi AC makes noise when switched off. Had to replace the fan (or so I was told)) 

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2011 Mini Countryman 4dr SUV

turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

31000 mi Airbag warning light would come on at random times and reset itself. Happened with or without a front passenger. Dealer identified that the sensor in front passenger seat failed. Sensor replaced, programming reflashed. Warranty repair $0. 
55000 mi

US $5
side parking light out, repaired for cost of bulb only. 

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Mini Countryman Electrical Problems

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