MG3 hatchback recalled in South Africa for risky seat mechanism
The NCC has issued a safety recall for the MG3 hatchback.
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The newly relaunched MG brand has issued a safety recall for its MG3 hatchback.
The corrective action relates to a fault that, in a collision, could cause the seat frame to contact the seat adjustment mechanism, resulting in minor movement along the seat rail. This, it said, could increase the risk of injury.
The National Consumer Commission (NCC) said the recall affects 209 MG3 hatchbacks that were sold across South Africa from August 30 onwards.
“Owners of affected vehicles are advised to take their vehicles to the nearest authorised MG dealership for a service measure,” the NCC said in a statement on Thursday.
The MG3 was launched in late August 2025.
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It said all inspection and corrective work relating to the recall would be carried out at no cost to the consumer.
Launched in late August, the Chinese-built MG3 is available in two engine variants in South Africa, with the normally aspirated 1.5-litre version pushing 81kW and the hybrid+ powertrain option offering a combined output of 155kW.
It is available in two trim variants, with the Comfort priced from R269,900 and the Luxury priced from R344,900.
The MG3 is sold with a three-year or 45,000km service plan and seven-year/200,000km warranty.
It is sold alongside the ZS, ZS Pro and HS SUV models as well as the Cyberster sports car.
Although classified as a historic British brand, MG is owned by Chinese auto giant SAIC, with production and the majority of design and engineering work carried out in China.
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