Thousands of electric vehicles recalled in Australia due to battery fire risk
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Hyundai recalled nearly 5,000 electric vehicles in Australia due to battery fire risk.
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If you own an affected Hyundai electric vehicle in Australia, your car has a battery fire risk while recharging or parked.
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Hyundai issued a local recall in Australia for nearly 5,000 electric vehicles due to a battery fire risk. This recall stems from a fault with the battery management software that could cause a fire while the car is recharging or parked. The issue affects thousands of Australian drivers and is part of a larger global recall involving over 100,000 cars. This action addresses safety concerns for EV owners and highlights potential software-related hazards in electric vehicle technology.
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Hyundai issued a local recall in Australia for nearly 5,000 electric vehicles.
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