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Bradshaw Electric Vehicles G2, G4 and G6 recalled over a fire risk

Vehicle fire risk

On affected vehicles the batteries could experience degassing or short circuit which in rare cases could pose a risk of fire.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

3 identifiers listed for this notice.

  • G2

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 23/02/2020 – 31/01/2024
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • AP-0006-00
  • G4

    Build dates
    • 23/02/2020 – 31/01/2024
    Manufacturer reference
    • AP-0006-00
  • G6

    Build dates
    • 23/02/2020 – 31/01/2024
    Manufacturer reference
    • AP-0006-00

What to do now

There is a risk of fire on affected Bradshaw Electric Vehicles G2, G4 and G6.

  1. Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer.
  2. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
  3. Keep the manufacturer’s recall letter if you receive one, and update your address on the V5C so future letters reach you.

Why it matters. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.

Repairs and costs

Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty.

If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (RSPV/2024/002). Quoted as issued.

Summary

On affected vehicles the batteries could experience degassing or short circuit which in rare cases could pose a risk of fire.

Defect

On affected vehicles the batteries could experience degassing or short circuit which in rare cases could pose a risk of fire.

Remedy

The battery will be replaced on affected vehicles.

Models

G2, G4, G6

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Questions

Why are Bradshaw Electric Vehicles G2, G4 and G6 being recalled?

There is a risk of fire on affected Bradshaw Electric Vehicles G2, G4 and G6. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.

What should I do now?

Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.

Will the repair cost anything?

Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty. If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.

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