Cupra is recalling almost 1700 electric Born hatchbacks made between 2022 and 2023 to address a potential fault with the model’s battery.
“Due to a manufacturing issue, the cell modules installed in the high voltage battery may be defective, which could cause a thermal overload leading to a vehicle fire. Additionally, this may cause [a] reduction in driving range,” the recall notice states.
“A warning light (check engine) may illuminate on the instrument cluster.
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“A reduction in driving range and/or vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders, and/or damage to property.”
Cupra is asking owners to limit recharging to a maximum of 80 per cent and refrain from using high-voltage chargers until their vehicle can be attended to by technicians.
The company is also advising drivers to park vehicles outdoors while maintaining a “sufficient distance from property” and other cars.
- A total of 1666 vehicles are affected, produced in 2022 and 2023
- The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) list is attached here
- The original recall notice is attached here
Owners of affected vehicles are asked to contact their preferred Cupra dealership to book their vehicle in for a free software update.
Cupra’s Recall Campaign Hotline can be contacted at 1800 879 112 for more information, and you can find your nearest dealership by clicking here.