REC-006531

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2023 CUPRA Born

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd

Recall date: 22 January 2026

Defect

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.

Hazard

A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders, and/or damage to property.

Remedy

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.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: vehiclerecalls.gov.au