Mini Countryman and Cooper recalled

Mini Australia has recalled 13 examples of its new-generation Countryman SUV and Cooper hatchback due to an issue with their brake boosters.

“Due to a manufacturing defect, a component of the brake booster system may have been incorrectly welded and could break,” the company says in its recall notice.

“If this occurs, a higher pedal force will be required and the braking distance may be extended. In addition, the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems may not function.

“Drivers will be alerted by the brake warning light in the instrument cluster and a message will appear on the central display.

“A reduction in braking performance and/or a loss of vehicle control could increase the risk of an accident, causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.”

• A total of 13 vehicles are affected, built in 2024
• The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) list is attached here
• The original recall notice is attached here

If you own an affected vehicle, you’ll need to make an appointment with a Mini dealership to have the work carried out, free of charge.

If you have any further questions, you can contact BMW Australia’s recall hotline on 1800 243 675.

It’s understood the recall is unrelated to the earlier recall of 26,491 BMW-built vehicles – including the Mini Cooper and Countryman – for a brake system fault in August.

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