MG can confirm we are recalling a number of 2021 to 2023 plated HS Plug-in Hybrids (PHEV) vehicles in New Zealand over carpet underlay and its positioning in relation to a ground wire eyelet terminal that could overheat, potentially resulting in the melting of plastic materials in the specific terminal area.

The recall affects 1,765 HS Plus EVs imported by New Zealand and MG will carry out the recall in two phases: The first is an inspection at an MG Dealer to find out whether the affected vehicle will need a correction of the installed PTC ground wire eyelet terminal. If the vehicle is in need of this adjustment, the second phase will be carried out immediately for free and at no cost to the customer by correcting the installation.

This recall is being done out of an abundance of caution, as no incidents have been attributed to this problem in Australia or New Zealand. MG in New Zealand has already carried out 220 Inspections and plans to contact additional owners in due course, so if you think your HS Plus EV may be affected, please get in touch with your local dealer or wait until they have contacted you.