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2019 MINI Countryman

Common problems & what to know before you buy

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2019 MINI Countryman.

Safety record

Recalls on the 2019 MINI Countryman

Recall·18V557000

Fuel system: fuel pump

These vehicles may be missing a crash protection plate near the high pressure fuel pump, which may result in a fuel leak in the event of a…

Recall·18V465000

Engine and engine cooling: engine

The crankshaft sensor may be equipped with incorrect firmware, preventing the sensor from properly processing input from the crankshaft…

Source: NHTSA

Owner complaints

What 11 owners reported

Engine3
Air bags2
Fuel/propulsion system2
Steering2

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

2019 MINI Countryman at a glance

Trims
Cooper CountrymanCooper Countryman All4Cooper S CountrymanCooper S Countryman All4Cooper SE Countryman All4JCW Countryman All4
Engine
1.5L 3-Cylinder Turbo, 2.0L 4-Cylinder Turbo, 1.5L 3-Cylinder Turbo Plug-In Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic 6-spd, Manual 6-spd, Automatic 8-spd
Drivetrain
FWD, AWD
Fuel
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Body style
SUV
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2019 MINI Countryman?

Owners have filed 11 complaints about the 2019 MINI Countryman with NHTSA, most often about the engine. There are 2 recall campaigns covering this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.

Is the 2019 MINI Countryman reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 2 open recall campaigns on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2019 MINI Countryman?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2019 MINI Countryman listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.