Volvo EX30 recalled for fire risk

Volvo Car Australia is recalling the Volvo EX30 small electric SUV due to a battery defect that could lead to a fire.

“Due to a manufacturing issue, the cell modules installed in the high voltage battery may overheat at high charge levels. If this occurs, it could lead to a vehicle fire,” the company says in its recall notice.

“Keep the battery charge level below 70 per cent which can be set in the Charging setting menu on the vehicle display.

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

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• A total of 2815 vehicles are affected, produced in 2024
• The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) list is attached here
• The original recall notice is attached here

“Until a remedy is made available owners should keep the battery charge level below 70 per cent,” reads the recall notice.

Once a remedy is made available, Volvo Car Australia will contact owners of affected vehicles and ask them to schedule an appointment with an authorised dealership to have the work carried out, free of charge.

If you have any further questions, you can contact Volvo Car Australia Customer Care on 1300 787 802.

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