Cupra Born recalled for fire risk

The Cupra Born electric vehicle (EV) has been recalled for a battery issue that could lead to a vehicle fire.

“Due to a manufacturing issue, the cell modules installed in the high voltage battery may be defective and could overheat,” the company says in its recall notice.

“If this occurs, it could lead to a vehicle fire. The range of the vehicle may also be affected.

“A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders, and/or damage to property.”

Cupra Australia notes a warning light “may” illuminate in the instrument cluster.

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• A total of 3 vehicles are affected, produced in 2023
• The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) list is attached here
• The original recall notice is attached here

If you own an affected vehicle, you’ll need to schedule an appointment with a Cupra dealership to have the fix – a free software update – carried out as soon as possible.

“Until the repair is completed, Cupra asks consumers to limit the charging capacity to 80 per cent charge, refrain from charging the high-voltage battery using an external charging source and park the vehicle outdoors to maintain a sufficient distance from property and/or other vehicles,” the company says in the recall notice.

If you have any further questions, you can contact the Cupra Recall Campaign Hotline on 1800 879 112.

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