Failing Chrome Tape On MINI Countryman

MINI Countryman Motoing, an enthusiasts blog maintained by "Aaron," a MINI Countryman owner, complains about the peeling chrome tape on his MINI that he claimsis a "known issue" with the Countryman. Still under warranty Aaron bemoans:

Unfortunately, MINI is still working on the permanent fix for this issue and the only solution dealer can offer at this time is replacing it with same application - cheap chrome tape over white, bare plastic molding