recall information
Recall number
REC-006531
Campaign number
93W1
Original published date
make and model information
Make
SEAT
Model
Born
Year range
2023
Affected units
3
Variant applicability
All variants within this model
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
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.
Note: A warning light may illuminate in the instrument cluster.
Note: A warning light may illuminate in the instrument cluster.
What are the hazards?
A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders, and/or damage to property.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles can contact their preferred CUPRA dealership to schedule an appointment as soon as possible to have the software update carried out, free of charge.
Until the repair is completed, CUPRA asks consumers to limit the charging capacity to 80% charge, refrain from charging the high-voltage battery using an external charging source and park the vehicle outdoors to maintain a sufficient distance from property and/or other vehicles.
Until the repair is completed, CUPRA asks consumers to limit the charging capacity to 80% charge, refrain from charging the high-voltage battery using an external charging source and park the vehicle outdoors to maintain a sufficient distance from property and/or other vehicles.
Supplier details
Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
CUPRA Recall Campaign Hotline
Contact phone
1800 879 112
Contact email
recalls@mycupra.com.au
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
