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2016 MINI Countryman Recalls

Updated Jun 12, 2026·Ethan Miller

Recall Summary

The 2016 MINI Countryman has 1 recalls recorded by NHTSA.

Most are for minor compliance or labeling issues.

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Total Recalls

1
0 High Risks

Source: NHTSA Campaign Data

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Recall Summary

What the recall count means for the 2016 MINI Countryman

The 2016 MINI Countryman has 1 recall campaign on record. Not automatically, but you should still verify that every recall remedy was completed. The 2016 MINI Countryman has 1 recorded recall campaign, and open work can change the ownership risk materially.

Which systems are affected?

The main systems named in recall filings for the 2016 MINI Countryman include TRAILER HITCHES.

What should buyers check before purchase?

Run a VIN recall lookup, confirm dealer remedy completion, and compare the recall themes against the maintenance and complaints reports before committing.

What is the most serious recall on the 2016 MINI Countryman?

Curt Manufacturing LLC (Curt) is recalling certain Class 1 trailer hitches, part number 11451, sold for installation on 2016-2018 Mini Cooper Clubman and Countryman vehicles. The vehicles may have inadequate structure points for the trailer hitch mounting, causing the hitch to sag under to certain loads and possibly separate from the vehicle.

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Data and Methodology

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Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

FAQ

How many recalls does the 2016 MINI Countryman have?

There are 1 recall campaign for the 2016 MINI Countryman.

Recall rows are tied to NHTSA campaign-level source references.

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Are there safety critical recalls for the 2016 MINI Countryman?

There are no documented high risk recalls for this model year. However, always confirm remedy availability with a VIN lookup.

Recall response workflow is provided next to the data table.

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Recall campaigns
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Primary source
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Workflow
Count, campaign details, remedy status, and VIN verification

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In this guide

  1. 01Overview
  2. 02Action Plan
  3. 03Should Buyers Worry?
  4. 04NHTSA Recalls
  5. 05Data and Methodology

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Recalls for 2016 MINI Countryman Buyer's Guide

1 total campaign

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ID: 17E051000

Trailer Hitches

Curt Manufacturing LLC (Curt) is recalling certain Class 1 trailer hitches, part number 11451, sold for installation on 2016-2018 Mini Cooper Clubman and Countryman vehicles. The vehicles may have inadequate structure points for the trailer hitch mounting, causing the hitch to sag under to certain loads and possibly separate from the vehicle.