BMW recalls cars amid brake fears
THE BMW car company is to recall about 26,000 of its vehicles in the UK as well as about 1,200 Rolls-Royces because of a braking problem.
The recall involves BMW 5, 6 and 7 series vehicles powered by V8 and V12 engines from the 2002-2010 model years and some Rolls-Royce Phantoms from the 2003-2010 model years.
The problem involves leaks that could develop in the power braking system.
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Hide AdA BMW spokesman yesterday said: "We are writing to all the owners involved asking them to arrange a service appointment.
"There have not been any accidents or injuries."
About 200,000 of the 340,000 vehicles being recalled around the world were sold in North America.