- BMW Group has already recalled around 80,000 vehicles worldwide due to problems
Mini has been forced to suspend deliveries of its latest models due to a safety recall triggered by potentially faulty parts.
Orders for the new three- and five-door Coopers, as well as the Countryman SUV, have been delayed as a result of an impending brake system recall that has already hit parent company BMW.
Some 80,000 BMW and Rolls-Royce models worldwide have been recalled for the same problem, which could cause drivers to lose control of their cars.
Mini UK has suspended deliveries of its new Cooper (pictured) and Countryman SUVs due to a potential recall that has already hit parent company BMW
Mini UK has confirmed that Coach which has “partially” suspended deliveries of Coopers and Countrymans due to concerns about the problem.
It is believed to be the same problem that prompted recalls in February of BMW’s latest 5 Series and 7 Series models, as well as the current generations of the X1, X3, X5, X6, X7 and XM SUVs.
The i5 and i7 electric models are also affected, as is Rolls-Royce’s first EV, the £330,000 Spectre.
The problem is related to the integrated braking system, which determines the level of feel and feedback the driver receives through the brake pedal.
In the recalled BMW models, defects were found in the ABS and stability control systems that could cause the brake assist to fail.
As a result, drivers could lose control of their vehicle.
The problem is said to be related to the integrated braking system, which determines the level of feel and response the driver receives through the brake pedal. Drivers can lose control of their cars if affected by the problem.
The new Mini Countryman is also believed to be affected by the same problem. BMW has already recalled 80,000 vehicles worldwide in connection with this issue.
The BMW Group, which oversees all three brands, said it is temporarily suspending deliveries of new Mini Coopers – including the Convertible – and Countrymans and may extend the recall action “as additional cases have been identified outside the original scope of the recall.”
A Mini spokesperson told Autocar: “Some new Mini vehicles, which are affected by the extension of the safety-related recall of the integrated brake system, are currently on hold and will be delivered to customers as soon as the respective parts have been replaced.”
They added: ‘BMW Group UK is in discussions with the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency and will announce any planned corrective actions imminently.
‘When vehicles are recalled, affected customers in the UK will be informed by a letter to the registered owner.’
Although existing deliveries are suspended, Mini order books remain open.
This is Money has contacted Mini UK for comment.
