BMW Mini Mini One, Mini Cooper and Mini Cooper S Recall

Handbrake may self release

BMW Mini announced a problem with the Mini One, Mini Cooper and Mini Cooper S affecting a total of 26,381 vehicles.

Depending on the driver's seat position, the locking mechanism of the handbrake lever may fail due to the angle that the lever is operated. This may cause the brake to release, even when the car is left unattended

The following remedial action is necessary to address this problem. Fit a new, improved design, handbrake assembly.

If you think that your vehicle may be affected by this recall you should find your nearest BMW Mini dealer who will be able to confirm whether or not your car is safe and arrange its free repair if necessary.

Source: UK Government's Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA).

Other BMW Mini Recalls (Sorted by Model Name)

Cooper S (Hatchback, clubman, Convertible, Countryman and All 4 Countryman) John Cooper Works (Hatchback, Clubman and Convertible) - Fire may occur - Jan 2012

John Cooper Works - Brake performance could be affected - Aug 2008

Mini - Directional control could be lost - Feb 2008

Mini One, Mini Cooper - Front suspension lower arm may detach - Mar 2002

Mini One, Mini Cooper and Mini Cooper S - Handbrake may self release - Dec 2002

MINI ONE, MINI COOPER AND MINI COOPER S - Possible cuts in tyre side wall - Jun 2002

New Mini and Mini Cooper - Front suspension outer ball joint may become detached - Mar 2002

R52 Convertible - Directional control may be lost - May 2008