Mg Motor MG5EV recall: BRAKE LIGHTS ARE NOT ACTIVATED WHEN THE CAR IS REGENERATIVELY BRAKING OVER 1.3m/s2
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Brake lights are not activated when the car is regeneratively braking over 1.3m/s2.
- What to do
- Contact a Mg Motor dealer to book the free repair. A software reflash of the vehicle Gateway Module to ensure that the brake lights are activated according to the regulation.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Brake lights are not activated when the car is regeneratively braking over 1.3m/s2.
The fix
A software reflash of the vehicle Gateway Module to ensure that the brake lights are activated according to the regulation.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| MG5EV | 22 Jun 2020 | 27 Aug 2021 | 5,803 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 22 November 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.