Almost 1500 Mini Cooper models recalled over fears cars could catch fire while driving
Almost 1500 Mini Coopers on Australian roads have been recalled over fears they could catch fire while driving.
German automaker BMW, the parent company of Mini, has issued a recall for Mini Cooper SE models made between 2020 and 2023.
A high-voltage battery management software defect was identified in the hatchbacks which could short circuit and cause a fire while driving or parked, according to BMW.
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Mini Cooper SE models have been recalled over fire risk. AFR
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"The high-voltage battery management software has insufficient protections for short circuit events," the vehicle recall notice states.
"As a result, if a short circuit occurs it could lead to a vehicle fire whilst driving or parked."
There are 1408 impacted Mini Cooper SE models due to this recall.
The cars will need an urgent software update and owners have been urged to bring their Mini Coopers to an authorised Mini dealership.
The software update will be able to diagnose the malfunction and eliminate the fire risk.
Anyone needing more information should contact BMW Australia's recall hotline on 1800 243 675.
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