2021-22 MG HS Plus EV plug-in hybrid recalled due to fire risk

Chinese car brand MG Motor Australia has issued a recall for around 5100 vehicles due to a fire risk.

The issue, affecting 5168 HS PHEV and 'HS Plus EV' plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) sold between 2021 and 2022, relates to a manufacturing defect, which could lead to an internal fire.

According to the recall notice issued by the Department of Infrastructure, the “carpet underlay may be positioned between the nut and the electrical ground stud.”

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“If the nut detaches over time due to vibrations whilst driving, it could cause the wiring beneath the floor to overheat and it may result in a fire inside the vehicle.”

The recall notice states: “A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users or bystanders.”

MG said affected owners should contact their preferred dealership to arrange an inspection of their vehicle, with rectification at no-cost to the owner where required.

A VIN list for the affected vehicles can be found here [↗] (CSV spreadsheet file).

The company can be contacted directly by:

• Calling 1800 MG CARS (1800 642 277)
• Emailing MG’s warranty department at auswarranty@smil.com
• Visiting a dealership, found here [↗].