The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating the 2007-2008 BMW Mini Cooper S for engine fires. This disturbing bit of information was reported by the Detroit News. Here are excerpts from the article:
NHTSA said in a notice posted on its website Saturday it is probing 36,000 models sold in the United States after receiving 12 complaints, including 5 alleged fires resulting in a total vehicle loss.
The investigation covers the Mini Cooper S, the Mini Cooper S convertible and the 2008 Clubman edition.
Eight complaints said fires occurred while the vehicles were parked with the ignition off. The complaints show an apparent increasing trend with most complaints received within the past year, NHTSA said.
NHTSA has reviewed field reports submitted as part of its Early Warning Reporting data. A preliminary evaluation has been opened to assess the cause, scope and frequency of the alleged defect by the agency.
NHTSA said no injuries or crashes have been reported as a result of the fires.
The investigation covers the Mini Cooper S, the Mini Cooper S convertible and the 2008 Clubman edition.
Eight complaints said fires occurred while the vehicles were parked with the ignition off. The complaints show an apparent increasing trend with most complaints received within the past year, NHTSA said.
NHTSA has reviewed field reports submitted as part of its Early Warning Reporting data. A preliminary evaluation has been opened to assess the cause, scope and frequency of the alleged defect by the agency.
NHTSA said no injuries or crashes have been reported as a result of the fires.
