NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2020 Mini Countryman Safety Record
The 2020 Mini Countryman has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 2 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2020 Mini Countryman, so it carries no Safety Index and no star ratings for any category. Without that data, a crash-safety verdict simply cannot be rendered. What the record does show is a Light recall and complaint burden for this model year, with 2 recall campaigns and 6 owner complaints reported to NHTSA. That picture is worth understanding, but it is not a substitute for crash-test results.
The 2020 Mini Countryman was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries 2 recall campaigns, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data at nhtsa.gov.
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 | 6 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Mini Countryman?
For the 2020 Mini Countryman, two recall campaigns address electrical system components in plug-in hybrid configurations. Owners have filed six complaints, each targeting a distinct component, preventing any concentration of safety allegations; one complaint reported an injury. This places the 2020 Countryman in the Light burden band for combined recall and complaint volume. No crash-test data are available for this specific model year. While the 2023 and 2024 Countryman models earned a Safety Index of 85, these ratings are not applicable to the 2020 model year.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Mini Countryman have any recalls?
Both recalls for the 2020 Mini Countryman involve the electrical system. The first addresses the traction battery in plug-in hybrid variants, and the second addresses the 12-volt battery on the Countryman SE ALL4. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the provided campaign descriptions, but owners should confirm current remedy status through the NHTSA VIN lookup, as campaign details can be updated.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY20V601000
Risk: The debris could result in a short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire or injury.
Remedy: BMW will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery module free of charge. The remedy is currently being developed. Until the remedy is completed, drivers are instructed to not charge their vehicles. Drivers are instructed to not drive in manual mode, sport mode, and to not use the shift paddles. Owners were notified of the safety risk October 23, 2020. The recall began November 24, 2020. Owne
Reported 2020-09-30
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY20V490000
Risk: A short-circuited hybrid battery may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery modules, free of charge. BMW issued owners an interim notification on October 16, 2020. Although potentially affected BMW owners received interim owner notification letters, all potentially affected BMW owner vehicles have been remedied; therefore, BMW Final owner notification letters will not be necessary. Own
Reported 2020-08-18
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Mini Countryman?
Six owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2020 Mini Countryman, spanning the Engine, Steering, Electrical System, Fuel and Propulsion System, Structure, and Tires. One complaint alleged an injury. All are unverified consumer allegations and have not been confirmed as defects by NHTSA.
6 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Mini Countryman?
The 2020 Mini Countryman carries two open recalls on electrical components. Both are serious enough to warrant a free repair through a Mini dealer. Prospective owners should use the free VIN lookup tool at nhtsa.gov to ensure these recalls have been addressed before purchase.
- NHTSA issued 2 recall campaigns for the 2020 Mini Countryman, both targeting electrical system components in plug-in hybrid trims, specifically the traction battery and the 12-volt battery.
- The 2020 model year has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, meaning no Safety Index or star ratings exist for it. This absence is not a safety judgment in either direction.
- Six complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year, with one alleging an injury. These are unverified consumer allegations covering Engine, Steering, Electrical System, Fuel and Propulsion System, Structure, and Tires.
- Owners and prospective buyers should use the NHTSA VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov to verify whether either recall campaign has been completed on a specific vehicle, as remedy completion varies by individual unit.
FAQ2020 Mini Countryman safety questions
Was the 2020 Mini Countryman 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 6 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Mini Countryman have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Mini Countryman. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Mini Countryman?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 6 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Mini Countryman. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mini Countryman 2020.
- 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.