Recall number: REC-005652
Campaign number: RMGHSEVPTC
Original published date: 1 May 2023

MAKE AND MODEL INFORMATION:
Make: MG
Model: MG HS PHEV & MG HS +EV - Plug-in Hybrid Electric medium SUV
Year range: 2021 - 2022
Affected units: 5,168

IDENTIFYING FEATURES
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
REC-005652-VIN-List-1.csv (CSV, 95.9 KB)

What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing defect, the carpet underlay may be positioned between the nut and the electrical ground stud. 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.

What are the hazards?
A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road
users or bystanders.

What should consumers do?
Consumers should contact their nearest MG dealer to arrange an inspection of the vehicle and rectification where necessary, free of charge.
For further information, please contact the MG Australia helpline on 1800 MG CARS (1800 642 277) or email MG Warranty at mgcustomercare@smil.com
Supplier details: SAIC Motor Corporation Limited

WHO SHOULD OWNERS/OPERATORS CONTACT FOR MORE INFORMATION?
Contact email: mgcustomercare@smil.com
Contact Springwood MG
Responsible regulator:Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.

In some instances, we may uncover an issue with a MG vehicle and we will communicate the repair process and instructions directly to the last recorded owner of the vehicle. Additionally, the Department of Transport, Infrastructure, Regional Development, Communication and the Arts has a webpage where you can browse all open vehicle recalls by brand. The recalls applicable to MG can be found at https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-005652

You may be eligible for a refund if you paid to correct the concern addressed by a recall before the official recall notification letter was mailed to you. To verify eligibility and process reimbursement, please provide evidence of the original repair (including a copy of the tax invoice) to the Aftersales Service Manager of any authorised MG Dealer.

No, MG Motor Australia will carry out repairs specifically outlined in a recall campaign at no cost to the owner.

Official safety and compliance recalls do not have expiry dates. Affected Vehicles remain eligible until the repair is completed.

Vehicles involved in a MG recall may be identified by specific build dates and models within a year range, the manufacturing plant or other factors. If a recall campaign is announced on a vehicle, MG Motor Australia will notify the last owner on record by email or postal mail. Should you receive a communication or find that your vehicle is involved in a recall campaign, we recommend you contact an authorised MG Dealer as soon as possible.