Mini R52: Directional Control May Be Lost

Recalling firm
MINI
Product
Vehicles: MINI R52. Units affected: 13
Reason
The front axle inside control arm ball joint may not be torqued to the correct specification which can have a strong negative influence on wheel alignment. In extreme cases should the screw connections become undone whilst the vehicle is in motion then directional control maybe lost. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles to have the subject connections torqued to the correct specification.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2008-05-27
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/81296628-3853-4931-b64b-5c8705eac739