BMW MINI ( – ) DEFECT: 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
Remedy
Fit a new improved design handbrake assembly.
| Recall Launch Date | 02/12/2002 |
| Recall No. | R/2002/166 |
| Models Affected | Mini One Mini Cooper and Mini Cooper S |
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| Vehicle numbers (UK) | 26381 |
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