Volvo has issued a global recall for affected electric vehicles (EV), particularly the EX30 due to battery safety concerns. A potential safety hazard was reported about Sunwoda’s high-voltage batteries which are fitted on Volvo’s compact electric crossover.
Volvo Car Malaysia (VCM) has issued a statement confirming that the recall affects EX30 units sold in Malaysia and they have provided an urgent advisory for owners in Malaysia.
Similar recalls have been made in other markets including Australia, South Africa and United Kingdom.
It added that in rare cases, the battery can overheat when charged to a high level, which could in worst case scenario lead to fire starting in the battery.
The brand emphasised that safety remains their top priority. While the reported number of incidents is very small at 0.02% of the total of cars identified as potentially affected, they are treating the issue very seriously.
VCM says it plans to rollout a recall as soon as possible to fix the cars in question. In the mean time, owners are advised to limit charging up to 70%. Customers will be contacted once the fix is available.
