Cupra Born EV recalled in Australia over fire hazard

Volkswagen sub-brand Cupra (formerly Seat) has issued a recall in Australia for 2023 Cupra Born EVs due to an overheating problem with its high-voltage battery that could cause a fire. The 2023 Born was Cupra’s first BEV launched in Australia, and this electric hatchback shares its MEB platform with the Volkswagen ID.3.

What’s the defect, and why is it so serious?

Due to a manufacturing issue, some battery cell modules may be defective and can overheat. Overheating may reduce the driving range of Cupra’s Born EV model or even lead to a vehicle fire.

The vehicle fire could cause injury or death to occupants, other road users and bystanders, or it may also cause property damage.

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Which vehicles are affected?

Make: Cupra (formerly Seat)

Model: Born

Year range: 2023

Total units affected: 3

Recall number: REC-006531

Campaign number: 93W1

A complete list of affected Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) is in this file: REC-006531-VIN-List-1.csv (CSV, 87 bytes). Owners can check if their vehicle is impacted in this list.

What should car owners do now?

Cupra advises affected owners to contact their preferred Cupra dealership and book an appointment to have a software update installed free of charge. Owners may also be able to see a warning light in the instrument cluster regarding battery overheating.

EV owners should also limit battery charging to 80%, not use an external charging source, and park the vehicle outdoors until the software update is completed.

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Need help? Here’s who to contact

Contact: Cupra Recall Campaign Hotline

Contact number: 1800 879 112

Email: recalls@mycupra.com.au

Please have your VIN ready. You’ll find the VIN on your ownership documents or near the base of the windshield.
This recall is being overseen by Australia’s official automotive safety regulator, the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sports, and the Arts.