By By Kev Hedges Oct 1, 2010 in Technology The BMW motor vehicle company has recalled more than 350,000 of its cars worldwide after they noted a braking problem in the vehicles. In the UK some 26,000 BMW models as well as about 1,200 Rolls-Royces are being recalled. The problem involves leaks which could develop in the power braking system, leading to vacuum loss and a reduction in power braking assistance. A BMW spokesman said: We are writing to all the owners involved asking them to arrange a service appointment. There have not been any accidents or injuries. Mechanical braking is still available to slow and stop the vehicle. In the United States it's expected nearly 200,000 cars will be recalled as reported in It was only in May this year when BMW was forced to recall 122,000 motorcycles after a leak in its braking system was detected. Earlier this year Japanese carmaker Toyota recalled more than 8.5 million cars worldwide due to an accelerator and brake pedal fault as reported in A helpline has just been set up for United Kingdom BMW owners, it has just been announced. The number is 0800 325600 (toll fee rates apply) The affected cars are BMW 5, 6 and 7 Series vehicles powered by V8 and V12 engines from the 2002-2010 model years. Also some Rolls-Royce Phantom cars from the 2003-2010 model years are subject to the same problem, reports the Press Association In the UK some 26,000 BMW models as well as about 1,200 Rolls-Royces are being recalled. The problem involves leaks which could develop in the power braking system, leading to vacuum loss and a reduction in power braking assistance. A BMW spokesman said:Mechanical braking is still available to slow and stop the vehicle. In the United States it's expected nearly 200,000 cars will be recalled as reported in Sky News It was only in May this year when BMW was forced to recall 122,000 motorcycles after a leak in its braking system was detected.Earlier this year Japanese carmaker Toyota recalled more than 8.5 million cars worldwide due to an accelerator and brake pedal fault as reported in Digital Journal A helpline has just been set up for United Kingdom BMW owners, it has just been announced. The number is 0800 325600 (toll fee rates apply) More about Bmw recall cars, Bmw rolls royce recall, Brake problem Bmw recall cars Bmw rolls royce reca... Brake problem