Freezing Door Handles

yellowmininy · Obsessed (Taking the long-cut)

Freezing Door Handles

Rocketboy · Motorist

I had mine done when it was still under warranty. No problems. I think that this is a dealer by dealer issue, as it was not a 'recall' but a TSB, technical service bulletin.

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Jack07734 · Motorer

If our recient experience is any indicator as to how Towne will treat this type of thing I would say if it is out of warranty you pay.

The boot latch failed in Smileee. She is 4k past the warranty with a known problem. I was quoted a price of $85 hr labor plus parts. A replacement latch was $65.

My answer was to get the part and install it myself.

I have a feeling the same rule will apply to the door handle.

Out of warranty is out of warranty even if you have a known high failure probelm.

Cheers,

Jack

Pamlico · Motorer

Here's a link to the MINI TSB describing the fix for door handles that freeze up. A little late in the season, but some may find it helpful.

- dl

pooch1 · Member

We had our 05 s done under warranty Dec-05,no arguement no problem,but it was still under warranty.