Volkswagen Faces Global Recall of Electric Vehicles Over Fire Risk. In a move aimed at ensuring the safety of its customers, Volkswagen has issued a recall for certain models of its ID and Cupra Born electric vehicles. The recall, which affects a limited number of vehicles worldwide, is prompted by concerns that faulty high-voltage battery modules may catch fire. According to regulatory notices, these defective modules do not meet specifications, posing a significant risk to drivers and passengers. Owners of affected vehicles will be notified and instructed on the necessary steps to take, but the exact extent of the recall and affected regions remain unclear.
The recall covers some VW ID and Cupra Born models. According to the notices, modules in the high-voltage battery that do not meet specifications have a risk of catching fire.