NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2025 Mini Countryman SE Safety Record
The 2025 Mini Countryman SE has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 2 recalls and 17 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2025 Mini Countryman Se currently lacks a federal crash-test rating, as NHTSA has not evaluated this specific model year. Consequently, no star ratings or a computed Safety Index are available. The federal record does indicate a light recall and complaint burden: two recall campaigns have been issued, and 17 owner complaints have been reported. This data provides no basis for assessing crashworthiness; it simply reflects the extent of the available federal information.
The 2025 Mini Countryman Se has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, carries two federal recall campaigns, and is classified in the Light recall and complaint burden band, according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 17 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Mini Countryman SE?
The 2025 Mini Countryman Se faces a unique challenge in its safety assessment, as no crash-test data is available from NHTSA, nor are there any tested sibling years for context. This absence of foundational crashworthiness information places greater emphasis on its recall and complaint record. The model falls into the Light burden band for combined recalls and complaints, indicating a relatively low volume of federal reports. However, the two issued recalls are significant. One addresses a safety-critical airbag component, while the other involves electronic stability control across a broad, multi-brand vehicle population. These recalls highlight that even a low-volume record can include substantial safety system issues. Owner complaints, totaling 17, are primarily concentrated in the Electrical System and Service Brakes. These specific areas warrant close scrutiny given the lack of crash-test data to provide a comprehensive safety profile.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Mini Countryman SE have any recalls?
The 2025 Mini Countryman Se is covered by two recall campaigns. The first addresses the side and thorax airbag system, specifically an armrest support bracket concern on certain Countryman ALL4 variants. The second is a broader Electronic Stability Control recall spanning multiple BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce model years from 2023 through 2025. Neither recall in the data block carries a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory as stated in the available record.
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:THORAX24V340000
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.
Reported 2024-05-15
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)24V104000
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.
Reported 2024-02-12
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Mini Countryman SE?
Seventeen complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year, covering the Electrical System (7 alleged incidents), Service Brakes (6), Forward Collision Avoidance (4), Vehicle Speed Control (3), and Exterior Lighting (2). Two complaints involve reported crashes and two involve reported injuries. All are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
17 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Mini Countryman SE?
Two recall campaigns have been initiated for the 2025 Mini Countryman SE. Prospective owners should verify that both recall remedies have been completed by running the vehicle's VIN through NHTSA's free recall lookup tool at nhtsa.gov.
- The 2025 Mini Countryman Se has no NHTSA crash-test score of any kind; shoppers cannot reference federal star ratings for this specific model year.
- Two recall campaigns cover this model year: one targeting the side and thorax airbag armrest support bracket on certain ALL4 variants, and one addressing Electronic Stability Control across a broad 2023 to 2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce population.
- Of the 17 unverified complaints reported to NHTSA, the Electrical System and Service Brakes account for 13 of the reported incidents combined, making those the two most complaint-active components in the federal record for this year.
- Owners and prospective buyers should verify recall remedy status for their individual VIN at nhtsa.gov, since recall completion rates vary and an unrepaired recall on a specific unit remains the owner's responsibility to resolve.
FAQ2025 Mini Countryman SE safety questions
Was the 2025 Mini Countryman SE crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 2 recalls and 17 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2025 Mini Countryman SE have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 Mini Countryman SE. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Mini Countryman SE?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 17 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Mini Countryman SE. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Countryman SE years
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mini Countryman SE 2025.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.