3 recalls across 3 model years
The Austin Mini has 3 recalls covering 1974, 1977, and 1979 model years, with the most serious being a fuel tank defect on 1974 models where a rear-end collision can rupture the tank, spilling fuel and creating a fire risk. The 1979 model shares a related fuel concern: a rear impact can deform the filler neck, allowing fuel to spill beyond safe limits and raising the same fire risk. The 1977 model has a separate issue with the brake master cylinder, where an incorrectly fitted seal can let air into the primary brake circuit, causing the pedal to gradually travel further before engaging and extending stopping distances.
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