The fault could cause the electric car's high-voltage battery to overheat, potentially leading to a vehicle fire, according to the recall notice.
Volkswagen Group Australia has recalled three examples of its 2023 Cupra Born, citing a potential fault with the electric hatchback's high-voltage battery pack.
The recall notice, lodged with the Department of Infrastructure, says: "Due to a manufacturing issue, the cell modules installed in the high voltage battery may be defective and could overheat.
"If this occurs, it could lead to a vehicle fire. The range of the vehicle may also be affected. A warning light may illuminate in the instrument cluster.
"A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders, and/or damage to property."
A full list of vehicle identification numbers for the three cars involved in the recall can be found here.
Volkswagen Group Australia advises it will contact the owners of affected vehicles in writing to ask them to schedule an appointment with their dealership to have a software update carried out, free of charge.
Until the repair is completed, affected owners have been advised to "limit the charging capacity" to 80 per cent, refrain from using an external charging source, and "park the vehicle outdoors to maintain a sufficient distance from property and/or other vehicles".
Owners can contact Cupra Australia's recall campaign hotline by emailing [email protected] or by calling 1800 879 112.
To have your vehicle checked, find your closest Cupra dealership by clicking here.
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