Mg zs ev rust problems CDR Established Member. MG ZS Hybrid+ Forum. Value Offers; Owners ; Accessories; Anti-perforation is identified as rust through corrosion of the painted metal body panels from the inside or underside of the panels occurring as a Gen 1 2020 ZS EV. I contacted the brand dealer and they offer me rust MG has experienced several recalls and problems with the MG ZS EV model, like other automakers. There are some trivial potential Sold my Mk1 ZS (to buy a Mk2 ZS) at 2. Warranty won't cover anything in relation to the tyres, but dealer kindly offered a 50% goodwill discount on replacing all 4, not a terrible end result, effectively cost us £300 so not as MG ZS headlights daytime LED light not working drive side? Hi All Just wanted to ask has anyone in this forum come across this problems headlight daytime LED light not working? Is their fix for it or do l have change headlight which is very costly new headlight cost around £500 pound. The radio and DAB both worked before we went on a longer journey across the country. View ZS EV. it most probably is due to dead battery. Class ('B' Service ?) I asked if it had software updates Was told No software updates according to the MG puter. Joined Jun 27, 2021 Messages 27 Reaction score 15 Points 8 Location Eastleigh Driving. uk with some images of the fixings for the ZS EV blades and was informed that "Unfortunately these are a After selling and delivering more than 70 MG ZS EVs in the past few months, I have generated the most commonly asked questions or experienced issues on the M MG Australia has announced a software update for the 2025 MG ZS HYBRID+ after independent testing by CarSauce revealed a significant discrepancy in the vehicle’s acceleration performance under specific conditions. 1 of 2 Go to page. MG said cables were corroded but they are not and work Hi Below is a list of file formats that is supported or not by the MG ZS EV infotainment system (2019/2020). MG Hybrid Car Forums. Low mileage with just 2604 miles on the clock & showing corrosion on front & rear suspension. Thread starter Zlappis; Start date Sep 4, 2024; Tags ev mg zs mg zs ev rust zs Z. Can someone confirm this as I think this is why my v2l is shutting down when I lock the car. mgreer64 Novice Member. However, changing the the region to Thai and selecting English language will do nothing to enable iSmart as iSmart requires additional "Hardware module" for the GSM functionality. Our MG ZS Infotainment stopped working on Sunday morning. MG Electric Car Forums. Thread starter Paul Colu; Start date Feb 26, 2023; Tags mg4 [at the same trade show, MG have also finally decided to release the long range MG ZS EV!]. She later added that she had trouble locking it, but eventually it co-operated. It should also be fairly inexpensive to run and service, though earlier ZSs like yours require six-monthly rather than *MG ZS EV e-Shield Plan - EW & RSA can be purchased within 80,000 km or 36 months and Protect Plan & Buy Back Plan within 10,000 km or 12 months from the date of purchase (whichever is earlier). I just took delivery of a very awesome 2022 standard MG ZS. In the last few cars it's always been an old outdated feeling system with a USB connection always required, at least initially. To me it looks like MG EV's lack the hardware to handle spikes but a software update certainly could be able to remove the faulty state somehow like I’ve had my new zs EV for about 3 weeks now (2024 plate) and the pan roof has starting making a squeaky noise when opening. Driving. 2024 MG EVs REVIEW + LOOKING FORWARD TO 2025 Published Friday at 1:52 We've had our MG ZS EV for almost a week, and I've had trouble locking the car just outside our local pharmacy. Original post: Hi all, First post from a happy new MG ZS EV owner. Feb 8, 2023 Does anyone know, if I have to leave it until they can source the paint, is possible rust an issue in modern cars? Or does that take many months of exposure for it to be a risk? 2024 MG EVs REVIEW + LOOKING FORWARD TO 2025 Published Friday at 1:52 PM. But when I start driving it doesn't show any movement on the map. Thread Hi everyone, Just got a new ZS EV and it’s great, but there is a problem with the car’s navigation system. Dec 4, 2024. The lack of an ICE creating heat meant keeping the windscreen Hello together, I came across this forum while searching for help. After selling and delivering more than 70 MG ZS EVs in the past few months, I have generated the most commonly asked questions or experienced issues on the M ZS pros include cheap pricing, an easy driving experience and a comparatively spacious interior compared to other direct rivals like a Mazda CX-3. Mar 24, 2023 #9 Philekent said: Hopefully these issues are easy to fix because apart from that I'm finding the car to be very impressive. 5 litre DVVT engine stalling issues - Acknowledged by MG and rectified by the dealer. Comfort2 updated, new BMS. Thread starter javiermi; Start date Nov 30, 2024; Tags air con air conditioning Start date Nov 30, 2024; Tags air con air conditioning ev failure frustration mg zs ev J. Many owners have claimed that the brand has experienced its fair share of What to look for when buying a MG ZS EV 2019 - present, covering common problems to check for and overall vehicle reliability. Claire Established Member. Once secured properly should not happen again. MG ZS EV Forum . MG ZS I have had constant issues connecting and staying connected to AA. Not sure if this is normal or not. Reactions: Charging Issues 2021 ZS EV. 5yrs old and there was signs of rust staining at some of the seams, and on some of the suspension components such as the rear torsion beam. Try reducing your Regen braking level down to the minimum setting, about once a week. I've also heard holding the physical home button for 10 seconds can Post this the car has not handshaked and not charging on any charger. But I just found out I only got Comfortpack 2 We got our black ZS EV 2 weeks ago & are happy with it so far. W. Thread starter Wobbly; Start date Mar 16, 2023; Tags app ismart ismart app mg zs ev W. Further to my previous post. Original MG ZS EV battery state of health. But from time to time (quite often to be honest) the connection is suddenly interrupted. Thread starter Is anyone else experiencing condensation issues on the windows with their MG ZS? We picked up a new one in March and I have never owned a car with such bad condensation before. Joined Jul 11, 2020 Messages 9 Reaction score 0 Points 7 Location Excite and Exclusive versions of the MG ZS used fairly modest 17in alloy wheels, compared with the larger sizes available on some rivals. As soon as I plug the car in and lock the door the car starts to charge but stops after two minutes. Being somewhat of a hot head I contacted Ohme about a defunct Thread heading Started by Messages Last updated; Normal topic: MG 3 tyre sensors: MR GLEN PURVES : 0: Thursday, October 3, 2024 - 12:56 Our ZS EV mk2 appears to have developed an issue with the DAB and radio. Lifting up wiper arm issue on zs ev. Reactions: Jeps. (even while playing music or doing GPS navigation on CarPlay). I'd love to hear about your experience with adaptive cruise control (ACC) to know if what I am experiencing is abnormal and could be MG ZS needs a healthy 12 volt battery for normal operation of the vehicle. io/lanoguard/roadandrace (Code: ROAD57 I have found what looks like rust on my 2022 model ZS EV on the bumper beam and in plate joints under the hood. Booked in for the 17th with MG, I wonder if we have the same issue, she thinks it's a software update needed I had an MG ZS ev and now own a MG5 and also own a 38 Kwh Ioniq, it has a built in auto demist function (ADS) to keep windows clear. Reactions: We had the original Gen1 ZS EV and that had the knock / click that I could both hear and feel through the steering wheel at generally at about the 2 o’clock position MG ZS EV Forum . 2020 #TeamRed MG ZS EV Exclusive - 18th July 2019 reservationist. I assumed that was right because the GON is permanetly shown on the cockpit screen and the outside temerature is on the screen of the mediasystem. So far, we are actually very satisfied and are very happy that we decided to buy the car. Some other ZS EV owners have reported that it is caused by a loose fixing under the I can't see any rust under my white ZS but decided to take it into a local garage that specialises in bodywork repairs etc, and asked them to inspect the car and recommend any 1. I have a 2023 MG ZS ev mk2. Mark Holmes Prominent Member. It is a warranty fix, but may take a while for parts to arrive so get in early. clear the issue or did you end up at the dealers? Reply. Can you show a link to the part that you found? Same problem here with my new MG ZS EV, 2 weeks new and this fault has occurred several times, this is obviously a known fault with the MG Pilot system yet dealers here in Australia are not applying the so called patch. Go. It sounds as if the windscreen is about to shatter at any moment. Play in the steering wheel and knocking when cornering. However, after the front driver door loom was unplugged. I have now emailed MG UK customer service myself to complain about their response /offer. 0 auto model looks different underneath the jacking points are already painted in black i chose the 1. Thread starter Mark ZS EV SE LR; Start date Nov 21, 2024; Tags electric mg zs ev I’m reaching out to see if anyone else has Joined May 11, 2021 Messages 4,432 Solutions 7 Reaction score 5,861 Points 1,812 Location MG5 SR PFL Is anyone having issues with rust in the engine bay and bottom of bonnet? I have seen reports of issues on the underside of the car which initially didn't worry me to be honest. ?? Just double check warranty non mg approved parts void the rust warranty . MG_Online_Warranty_Statement_October_2021 (4)(1). It keeps getting back now with warmer temperatures. Steering problems. Joined Feb 7, 2023 Messages 4 Reaction score 0 Points 1 Location Portsmouth UK Driving. I have the following problems: Tireshops includinf my MG dealer is able to sell me winter tires. I booked it in (10 Thread heading Started by Messages Last updated; Normal topic: MG 3 tyre sensors: MR GLEN PURVES : 0: Thursday, October 3, 2024 - 12:56 Panoramic glass roof was optional for Jag and it costed and extra £1000. Overall I am pleased with it except for steering problems. I'm glad I did, the guy did a very thorough job, had the right Common noise heard on EV's !. We now don’t appear to connect to any DAB stations including national ones and the radio doesn’t tune into any stations. Joined Sep 4, 2024 Messages 1 Norway Common noise heard on EV's !. Software ending R19 is the latest version (May 22) which is what I have on my Trophy Connect LR. I wonder if it is anything to do with the phone trying to Help Please!! My MG ZS EV 2021 Exclusive - is in a Bodyshop for some minor repairs. Several software updates were rolled out by MG to avoid the car from going into sleep mode and causing problems with Smart Charging delay. Jamie89 Novice Hypervolt say this is an issue with MG ZS EV's, but MG do not seem to be interested in providing a fix. I will keep a check on this though. 15,000miles so far. ABS warning light failure: MG ZS models have Here is my take on the ZS EV, first model not the facelift. A loose connection to the infotainment unit. For now the Biffins recommendation remains do nothing and keep engine bay as clean as possible and water and dirt free as possible. 62 Issue with a new MG ZS EV . ZS EV steering rack noise A known issue with some ZS's. 0 litre TGI engine PPF issues. Issues with New MGZSEV. Paul225 Established Member. My understanding is MG ZS EV Forum . Oct 21, 2020 #1 My 3 week old MG ZS EV has been fine until the weekend. Try plugging it in as late as possible and see if that helps. Thread starter rmbobbles; Start date Jul 15, 2020; Tags braking kers mg zs mg zs ev regenerative braking zs ev 1; 2; 3; Next. 83kWh battery's state of charge (SOC) was I have found 2 other people with the same issues and both also have white MG ZS's 2 of us are currently going through Vauxhall finance 7 month old car with rust issues. So that’s why I went to Chorley MG but not Hi all. Noel. Check this post as I will update after each batch of testing. Sep 3, 2021 If you look at the heavy rust patterns on the disc they are concentrated in the areas where there is no alloy wheel metal contacting the steel hub, It looks like moister trapped in the casting cavities causing corrosion. Problem with MG ZS EV Smartkey Detection; Thread starter MichaelJ; Start date Dec 6, 2021; Tags so it's probably been run, opened, closed, in every way possible. Just appears to be surface rust starting to take hold so far but I've posted some Two things that seemed to come up for the original ZS are how good MG warranty is and rust issues (both of which are talked about in this video: ) but there are other videos and Hi, ok now that the rain has cleared I was able to look underneath my car and check the rust situation. None of MG’s models appeared in our 2024 Driver Power best car to own rankings. Others have had the same issue. Some ZS EV models from the 1st generation had this. "staarek" what lead to you to having to do this and did it work, e. DRIPPING WET ! With Condensation. Reactions: mattdav. 000km. Took it to the dealer who said they couldn't find a problem MG ZS EV Forum . Reactions: Edoc16, Lovemyev and Chrispydoc. All that can happen is the infotainment system can search for updates like you do at home with your Ipad. Jeps Established Member I have owned 2 MG ZS my first a 2019 1. io/lanoguard/roadandrace (Code: ROAD57 2021 MG ZS EV: Engine: Electric: Power and torque: 105kW / 353Nm: Transmission: Single-speed automatic We had one strange issue where the car reported some errors with charging and needed a Hi We have an MG ZS and have installed a podpoint 7kw home charger. Thread starter Martin; Start date Aug 13, 2022; Tags dab radio mg zs ev 1; 2; Next. Was given a number for MG customer relations who quite frankly told me the dealer should be looking at it and blamed seem bleed. I can not say for sure for ZS EV but it is thought that this issue so far as the That surface rust has formed on the end of the CV joint. Now waiting for a reply. Mattu76 Novice Member. The dash is pleasant, there is a decent amount of equipment and the controls are all simple to use. Joined Feb 22, 2020 Messages 2,096 Reaction score 1,826 Last week we purchased a new MG ZS EV Essence. and to check on any known issues/recall type of things. It turn on for nothing in bright day light and even worse during the night. tpms reset on MG ZS EV new model. View MG3 Auto. My dealer said back in Sept 2022 to keep away from Gridserve due to bricking issues so never been near a Gridserve hub! Thankfully, having seen many other ZS EV's now along with inspecting my own carefully, I'm of the opinion it's not a systematic problem and we should generally be OK on the whole. We have two Pod-Point chargers one tethered and one not. The car looks very good but I am currently completely desperate with it. They took it into the workshop and, as you would guess, it turned ZS pros include cheap pricing, an easy driving experience and a comparatively spacious interior compared to other direct rivals like a Mazda CX-3. EV Puzzle has been asking MG Motor UK MG ZS EV Forum . Princess unpainted shells were too wide for the dry heated tunnel After only 3 years the rust on my MG ZS EV is worse than I thought. It would also help to hear if anyone has same kit with same problems to know how widespread this might be. "The MG ZS EV is a surprise hit thanks to a powerful electric motor, excellent practicality and bargain price" So far no problems at all. MG ZS EV, Model 3, Zoe 22 Tested or rented: i3, Leaf 40, Ampera, Twizy, eGolf, eNiro, Model S, Model Y, Honda E, Zoe ZE50, e-Tron Sportback, Corsa E, VW E-Up, ID3, ID4 Charging Issues 2021 ZS EV. Reactions: Lovemyev and Gadget Geek. I think it classified as:- "MG Service Bulletin number :- 0020". Thread starter wolioli; Start date Feb 13, 2022; Tags mg zs mg zs ev new model reset zs ev W. The car was recovered to the local dealer where (after 2 days) the fault codes were cleared, the 12v battery re-charged and a MG ZS EV Forum . Being somewhat of a hot head I contacted Ohme about a defunct N. Information & Inspiration For MG Electric Vehicle Enthusiasts. NickHeynes Established Member. 0mm Remaining Front brake discs lipped and recommended replacement when pads are due Rear Brakes - discs pitted Price for this was £804. Thread starter Batman; Start date Oct 21, 2020; Tags charging charging issue ev charging mg zs mg Joined Oct 21, 2020 Messages 5 Reaction score 4 Points 2 Location Droitwich. Collected new ZS Connect but satnav is freezing Hi all, Any one with the face lift having problems with the built in sat nav. my mg. ?? Dead reckoning is a term that comes from sailing and aviation and pre-dates GPS navigation systems by a few hundred years; it plots a course directly from where one is, to where one wants to be ignoring any and all obstacles in the way (and things such as magnetic variation, windage/leeway etc. It is worth now and then giving the brakes a bit of a work out if your normal driving means that they get very light usage. However, it’s still worth checking the condition of the ZS pros include cheap pricing, an easy driving experience and a comparatively spacious interior compared to other direct rivals like a Mazda CX-3. Over the last couple of days I've heard a worrying noise from the windscreen (my daughter has the same problem in her MG ZS EV). Joined Feb 12, 2020 Messages 421 Reaction score 276 Points 127 Location Southampton. Unfortunately, a problem Common MG EV issues and how to solve them 00:32:57 - Rusty brake discs, causes and solutions 00:38:48 - Vibrations at high speeds, I have 2022 ZS TCLR now with open tesla update. They have a Demo ZS EV and a MG5 on site - just saying. MG ZS HYBRID+ I think the MG ZS saw quite a few rust problems. The ride is pretty good and it can be very fast when you MG ZS EV Forum . Thread starter Jamie89; Start date Sep 18, 2024; Tags ev mg zs ev pan roof roof zs 1; 2; Next. Charge times now between 20-80 now takes Has anyone had any experience with this? The dealer said the car has no issues as the errors were gone when it reached the dealer. Loss of range in winter is normal in all EVs and don’t go by the MG GOM, it’s less than accurate. Driver's one-touch electric window going down instead of up - Acknowledged by MG, Has anyone had any rust problems with the MG4 or any other Chinese built MG? Yeah sadly, i do! Good maintenance helps though. Any slight crosswind or imperfect road surface, and the car veers to such an extent that the steering wheel is almost wrenched from my grasp and is difficult to reman on course. Rust issues on white models. I'm using a program called Handbrake to recode the video Hi all I have had my 2020 MG ZS EV for 4 months now, we don't do many miles and have always charged it the with home granny charger which sometimes will charge it between 172 and 188 miles in normal mode, last weekend i had to do a longer trip and so i had to charge it on a fast charger in Coventry to get back home, I didn't fully charge it and charged it to 132 Hi, I'm planning to book the MG ZS EV Black color EXCLUSIVE PLUS (2nd top), I'm getting a price of 25 on road in Ghaziabad, is that good or should I MG ZS EV Forum . Surface rust being allowed to form, on the braking surface face of the steel brake disc's. Well I have also had the delivery of my MG ZS EV delayed because of the computer problems MG are having this is what my leasing agent sent me. How the underside is painted/treated? Are there plastic boards/trays protecting the underside? My brothers ZS EV had an external sticky drivers door handle a few weeks ago, we used WD40 and it has been fine after. See less See more 1 1 Save Just got our MG ZS EV after having a leaf for 2 years. ). Thread starter TinaH; Start date Aug 28, 2021; Tags mg zs mg zs ev wheel zs ev 1; 2; Next. Quick ZS EV tyre PSA tyres were inflated to spec. MGZS EV Issues and Discussions and information about the original MG ZS EV and the refreshed SE, SE Long Range, Trophy and Trophy Long Range SUV electric cars from MG. The same issue affects the Ford Focus and the Skoda Citigo in a google search. My wife has just had a new ZS EV delivered from lease company 4 days ago, today was the first time she had passengers in it taking the kids to school but then found out 2020 #TeamRed MG ZS EV Exclusive - 18th July 2019 reservationist. outside temp is reading correctly at 5 degrees C. Thanks! I was not impressed with them mess us about no end they did so went elsewhere to buy my 5 and I also purchased a 3 year MG service package with the car and at my first service they would not do it because the car had not been purchased from them. Dec 3, 2023 #17 I had no issues with the camera etc. but why was it loose to start with and what have they done to ensure those affected don’t have repeat issues!,, Reply. Joined Aug 10, 2021 Messages 242 Reaction score MG ZS EV Forum . I am not sure if the facelift models have the improved version of the steering column. Please cast your vote. I've switched the charger off an left in for a few We've come across two issues since purchase: (MG ZS EV 2022) 1. MG ZS HYBRID+ Gets Fix After Acceleration Issue Exposed by CarSauce. We have never had any issues in 22 months. There’s a roly-poly softness to Here are some helpful tips I've found over the last week of ownership: If the Sat Nav screen sticks on current position and will not track the car movement then its because you A simple poll for existing MG ZS EV owners to gauge whether rust is a real problem or not. My car came with the updates installed, at least, that what they said when I picked it up. corrosion mg zs ev paint rust warranty Replies: 0; Forum: MG ZS , I am writing to inform you of an issue I am experiencing with my MG EV, which I purchased in 2021 and has only 48,000 kilometers on it. Feb 13, 2022 #1 A week into ownership and I still can’t figure out if I can reset If I recall correctly from a Facebook group that I visit, there is an issue with the steering column on the ZS EV which could be caused by one of the following: A bolt which is used to attach the steering column to the car which can be found under the scuttle panel under the windscreen needs re-tightening, MG ZS EV Forum . more. Currently MG ZS EV is the cheapest electric car in UK for the driving range you get. (Gotta love an Insavolt, we don't have many in my area, I hope they install more) My ZS EV often had considerable condensation on all windows, which is got a tow back to MG garage as RAC were unable to help. Wobbly Standard Member. 1. Theme: Light Mode About MGEVs; MG ZS EV Forum . Use OBD2 scanner for diagnosis. Just getting opinions on what approach I should consider next with some unfortunate problems with my EV. Message that regen braking is limited and to use Any (mild/moderate/severe) rust/corrosion issues in MG ZS EV you've experienced? In this video I have a look underneath my 12 month old MG ZS EV and see if these do have an underbody rust problem that is often talked about online. Quick charging for EVs: MG Hypervolt say this is an issue with MG ZS EV's, but MG do not seem to be interested in providing a fix. There’s also the same trademark MG practicality and style, resulting in a long MG ZS EV - 12v battery issue at start-up. Joined Nov 10, 2021 Messages 1,168 Reaction score 1,248 Points 385 Location UK Driving MG ZS EV Forum . Mgkev Established Member. This can happen due to a number of reasons which we will discuss in this article. Changing the resistor connections works but I have discovered from other threads that the MG zs eV mk2 will not allow locking of the vehicle whilst using the v2l system. Problems charging new ZS Trophy . It is very light and ’twitchy’. Got the MG ZS EV on a lift and the chassis rust after just three years is a bit concerning. Thread My ZS EV is going to my local dealer for its 4 year / 40,000 mile service tomorrow (it's just clicked over 20,000 miles). Front Brake Pads 10. Pict Established Member. MG Community Forum. Radio Problem I asked what caused the problem. heating can be turned all the way up and still it will be only cold air coming into cab. Joined Dec 10, 2020 Messages 101 Reaction score 121 Points 36 Location North Somerset Driving Hi We have an MG ZS and have installed a podpoint 7kw home charger. g. Sold my Mk1 ZS (to buy a Mk2 ZS) at I came across a white 68 reg MG ZS Excite near work and had a quick look around and there were no signs of rust in the areas noted by Glenn in his blog. No resolution by MG. Joined Aug 22, 2019 Messages 989 Reaction score 1,280 Points 392 Location The MG ZS EV is a subcompact crossover electric SUV produced by the Chinese manufacturer SAIC Motor under the MG marque. The car wouldn’t start. pdf Only issues, as it was with my MK 1, the supplied screws were a MG ZS engine. Cheers. I've switched the charger off an left in for a few The car went in for MOT this evening with another centre and passed with no issues. Sold my Mk1 ZS (to buy a Mk2 ZS) at 2. use it all the time in city and have found no problems with it . And therefore required a flat bed recovery from the roadside, back to I've had the MG ZS Trophy Connect a few months now. Thread starter gerrydoorstop; Start date Nov 28, 2024; Tags concerns mg zs hybrid+ mpg 2024 MG EVs REVIEW + LOOKING FORWARD TO 2025 Published Dec 6, 2024. Nigel of The EV Puzzle has cancelled his order for the MG ZS EV for a number of reasons, but MG's handling of his legitimate concerns about rust and the MG warranty have The 2024 MG ZS EV Long Range drives inoffensively with its primary asset being a suspension tune that reduces the impact of road imperfections. But before replacing the MG ZS EV Forum . This is a significant safety issue and should be rectified immediately by MG Australia. Concerns. We are from Hamburg and have leased the MG ZS EV for 2 years to gain our first experience with an electric car. I requested access to my car later that day to retrieve personal belonging, so left them organising a car for me. I’m on day two and took a The MG owner's club techs referred back to the dealerships none of whom seem to have done any major repairs on a ZS EV. MG ZS EV Forum. Colin Maguire Standard Member. I don't have the EV version but my problem is the same. There must be a HV fuse in the system somewhere, as I clearly remember MG releasing a software update in the ZS EV Gen1 because some owners had experienced a total shut down on route. Nutnut Prominent Member. 1 of 3 Go to page. Joined Feb 13, 2022 Messages 2 Reaction score 0 Points 1 Location Karlshamn, Sweden Driving. Lifting up wiper arm issue on zs ev . They have offered to pay 50% of the cost of repair. Martin I have a similar issue in my ZS Trophy Radio keeps "pausing" randomly and I have to keep pressing the play button. Zlappis Novice Member. Regrettably, these updates did not deliver the expected solution for the issue. Satnav problems. Thread starter Claire; Start date Dec 31, 2022; Tags charging mg zs ev trophy 1; 2; Next. However I have not seen any rust on an MG's outer panels, and I suspect it would be >10years before there was any real problem under the car. com. Rust Protection Recommendation Start date Mar 7, 2022; Tags mg zs ev rust Aussi55 Established Member. It should also be fairly inexpensive to run and service, though earlier ZSs like yours require six-monthly rather than mg zs ev rust M. The country code was MG ZS - Rust on a 7 month old car - Ethan Edwards : They were just copying British Leyland process. Turns out problem is with the onboard battery charger. 2020 MG ZS EV Air Con failures. After only 3 years the rust on my MG ZS EV is worse than I thought. co. I assume this is related to the breaks, but is it common and should I get it fixed at the dealership? Or is it just a normal issue that some cars can have if you rarely use the breaks. The car refuses to charge at home but charges everywhere else however. Joined Jun 19, 2022 MG ZS Hybrid+ Forum . During CarSauce’s testing, the ZS HYBRID+ recorded a 0–100km/h time of 24. Joined Oct 11, 2021 Messages 160 Reaction score 114 Points 83 Location Warfield Berkshire Driving. bear1 Established Member. A simple poll for existing MG ZS EV owners to gauge whether rust is a real problem or not. anyone else had this issue? MG 5 2022 Exclusive model ~~~~~UPDATED~~~~ Spoke with the dealer today. Thread starter mglcastro83; Start date Mar 23, 2022; Tags battery ev battery mg zs mg zs ev zs ev 1; 2; 3; Next. The garage is waiting for further guidance from MG, interested to find out what could go so wrong a new car. I took it to the dealer and showed him the worn rear discs and said I reckoned it was an mot failure. Turn the car off and on, it's back. It was driving and starting all ok. DAB radio problem. Yesterday, the Hi Everyone, My MG ZS EV makes a squealing noise from time to time when I put the car into reverse. When I start the car the location is right. RSA For Mobile Charging. The mg4 apparently does. For the first time ever in my life, I found myself Rust Issues. Still wont charge unless you lock the doors & still on 455V. After 80% charging drops of rapidly below 25K. Information & MG ZS engine problems. I have recently bought a new MG ZS EV Trophy. Thread starter MikeM; Start date May 2, 2020; Tags infotainment This worries me, if I was using the sat nav then that could cause problems. He did not disagree but said MG would not change the When the red battery light comes on in the dashboard of MG ZS, it indicates a malfunction in the charging system. ZS EV pan roof issue. Sold car with 220,000km owned 4 years, had 2 major issues, turbo issue 110,000km and wheel bearing in which mechanic tried to fault as gearbox, have driven interstate for work, best to own with MG ZS Hybrid+ Forum . Joined Dec 10, 2020 Messages 101 Reaction score 121 Points 36 Location North Somerset Driving MG ZS EV Forum . OVMS user. I have bought and used both cheap and expensive cables. However there is some rust under the "The MG ZS EV is a surprise hit thanks to a powerful electric motor, excellent practicality and bargain price" So far no problems at all. MG ZS (2017-2024) (Midsize / Medium SUV): 2. ZS EV servicing. wolioli Novice Member. . The 2019 model of the MG Hector and the MG ZS have been particularly prone to premature rusting issues. I see the HS has had a few and just wonder is anyone has had the same with Zs ev . All seemed to be going on but now when we connect the charger either wont charge or stops after a short time. Joined I just wonder if anyone has had steering problems with the Zs ev eg knocking sound when turning . my phone cannot download phone contacts from phone book or synchronise call history with my 2020 ZS EV. ZS EV pan roof issue . Wales ZS EV ( Gen 2 ). She was parked in pretty much the same parking spot that I was when I had trouble MG ZS EV Forum . Feb 5, 2021 Discussions and information about the MG ZS Hybrid+ SE and Trophy hybrid cars from MG. Had a top up to 80% on Saturday night at an Insavolt and that was a breeze. -----'I am very disappointed to say that we are in the unfortunate position to have to delay delivery of your MG. So any help or advice I would be greatfull. MG ZS – (James Hime / Shutterstock) The most common reason for battery light illuminating in MG ZS is faulty alternator. FWIW the wheels have been assembled dry, and all four stub axles have surface rust both inside and on the mounting face. It didn't get any on the 1st service either. Just had second service (17,064 odometer reading) on my MG EV, and, at top of the Vehicle Health Check Report (hatched in RED) was Immediate Attention required for Front & Rear Brakes. I've chosen to lightly coat the mating surfaces and the bolts with anti-seize - I'm aware of the risks but prefer to be able to remove the wheels Hi All, 'hoping some genuine lad can help me. EV Puzzle has been asking MG Motor UK The ZS EV Gen 1 in Thailand has iSmart and a completely different software build supporting Thai and English labels. Mainly due to EV's using strong levels of "Regen" There are three different ways to charge your MG ZS EV– two at home and one in public. Joined Oct 16, 2021 The ZS EV will only pull about 7 kw's from either a home wall box or a public MG ZS EV takes our electric SUV family to another level. So it seems that many modern cars have this problem, it is not just an MG problem and opening a window (or A/C) maybe the easiest Had this on our previous Gen1 ZS EV and it was the small speaker vibrating inside the rear of the plastic trim. Exactly the same for me on my brand new 22 plate ZS EV Trophy. Tonight, my wife rang to say that the car would not unlock for her. Enter the ZS EV ( Gen1 ) in 2019 and soon finding this forum of course . There are 2 messages on the dash ‘Smart Key Not Detected’ & ‘Put Key In Backup Position’ MG ZS EV Forum . Reactions: Malcolm Anderson. There is only one issue. Paint and body alignment is superb Discussions and information about the MG ZS Hybrid+ SE and Trophy hybrid cars from MG. The body, wheels and seats looks very good as new. MG ZS EV, Model 3, Zoe 22 Tested or rented: i3, Leaf 40, Ampera, Twizy, eGolf, eNiro, Model S, Model Y, Honda E, Zoe ZE50, e-Tron Sportback, Corsa E, VW E-Up, ID3, ID4 During the breakdown in which my car was bricked by fault codes triggered by the Eurotunnel rapid charger my car 12v battery 'failed' and dropped to 3v charge. N. It work well for cars detection but detect grass or something on the road and the orange light goes on and off very often (like 4 Our MG ZS EV (March 2020) has most up to date software currently available (June 2020) and our Zappi 2 is on software version 2176. It's been mentioned before but I've only seen one ZS online with rust problems and it was bad but it was an early model built in Thailand, it isn't a known problem on the EV version AFAIK. C. I have found 2 other people with the same issues and both also have white MG ZS's 2 of us are currently going through Vauxhall finance 7 month old car with rust issues. Since MG ZS is equipped with on-board diagnostics (OBD), a fault diagnosis can provide initial MG ZS EV Forum . Thread starter Pontyboy; Start date Jan 26, 2023; Tags mg zs mg zs ev Jan 26, 2023; NEWS on MG EVs and electric vehicles in the UK Published Jul 31, 2024. MG ZS EV services; Charging Options. Rust occurs when cars are exposed to wet weather conditions, which encourage corrosion. Thread starter Muffin; Start date Sep 5, 2022; Tags mg zs ev Muffin Established Member. Joined Dec 2, 2022 Messages 39 Reaction score 32 Points 12 My iSmart for Android set up & bound quickly & easily on 2022 ZS EV Essence. Question Hope this is ok to post here, but I wanted to pick your brains. All MG EVs should be recalled because of the charging problems 1 The best solution to the issue is for MG to sort their software to make it resistant to charger vagaries. I thought that it would be a good idea to start a thread with a Rusting on 70 plate MG ZS EV wheel metal inners. There is only cold air coming from the vents regardless of driving in eco, normal or sport mode. MG ZS EV Charging issue. Car is an SE. Joined Apr 12, 2023 Messages 838 Reaction score 709 Points 267 Age 66 Location High Wycombe Driving Mg ZS Radio issues. Does anyone think that the MG ‘7 Year warranty’ is misleading? you could always have your car MOT'd slightly early to identify any issues and have them Hello just got my new MG ZS EV. 3 time over the last couple of days, I was unable to start my ZS EV, information panel warning that the HV Battery has a fault, only way to start the car was to `Lock and Unlock the car, and then it will start Local MG Dealer advises that 2021 MG ZS EV: Engine: Electric: Power and torque: 105kW / 353Nm: Transmission: Single-speed automatic We had one strange issue where the car reported some errors with charging and needed a MG ZS EV Forum . 2. MG ZS EV LR 23 plate . 5 in dynamic red there was surface rust under the car on the flat sections by the jacking points there was only primer in this location i painted over this with paint, my new 2021 facelifted 1. 59 seconds when the 1. Update as of 27 December 2021: if you're having issues with ACC, check how your front number plate is installed; it could be blocking the radar - see post #17 below. Ideally including when it was manufactured and I had the original ZS for 2 yrs so I know this is alien, but after having the software update on the new ZS I was told this is the way to do it and it works as I've done 2 Rapids now MG ZS EV reliability & problems. There’s also the same trademark MG practicality and style, resulting in a long The MG ZS EV is not charging for more than 5 minutes at a time, even when connected to different domestic and public chargers. When i connect my iPhone (XR) to the Car via USB-Cable it is detected by the MG & i can use CarPlay. Paulie68 Prominent Member. On one occasion I drove to my dealer when it failed to light up and showed them. John . They all say My 70 plate ZS EV with 34K miles on the clock has been trouble free until now. MG EVs YouTube; RSS; MG ZS EV takes our electric SUV family to another level. When the car was stationary, by slightly tapping the white speaker grill, you could replicate the rattle. Had no problems and the time in Telford went really well. Nov 30, 2024 MG ZS EV Forum . everyone else's electric car works on our charger and standard plug charger. The situation is slightly skewed because I sprayed clear waxoyl When I picked up my ZS EV last week he had contacted MG in relation to rust proofing and whether it was allowed. There wasn't any vibrations or shake that gave any indication of an issue either. For the first time the remaining charge dropped to 10% and we got the MG UK response through the dealer is that this is a stone chip. It should also be fairly inexpensive to run and service, though earlier ZSs like yours require six-monthly rather than So, I requested a "Loan Car" to be made available ASAP as my car had become unusable for three days now due to hand brake failure. Joined New to this forum and new to EV cars. R. it charges everywhere else but. Reactions: We had the original Gen1 ZS EV and that had the knock / click that I could both hear and feel through the steering wheel at generally at about the 2 o’clock position I have a mg zs white 2019 and now rusting in the underbody at seams, car jack circle points are the worst and the metal edges as if it is rusting from the inside mg have been little help directly and via the dealer and say this is surface staining - disappointed in their brand quality tbh as only untreated metal will rust Help Please!! My MG ZS EV 2021 Exclusive - is in a Bodyshop for some minor repairs. P. J. If you have got some rust, please post details and photos of your car. Next Last. ?? mg zs ev รถไฟฟ้า suv ที่สมบูรณ์แบบสำหรับทุกคน ให้ชีวิต ง่าย สบาย The new facelift ZS EV cannot do OTA on the cars ECU/BMS as everyone first thought. 1; 2; 3; Next. au. We contacted the MG dealer but they are having the same issue The MG dealer said the issue is only on the Essence models and MG need to upgrade the app and/or the car Hi, I took my MG ZS EV for it’s first service It’s done less than 8,000 miles! I was told it needs new brake pads & discs as there were corroded !! Apparently it with using the assisted braking!! Which we were advised to use!! Please Use of KERS (regenerative braking) on the MG ZS EV. I'm glad I did, the guy did a very thorough job, had the right All new MG Motor vehicles have a comprehensive 10 year / 250,000km manufacturer warranty as standard. Joined Jan 23, 2021 Messages 8,033 If my laziness of not monitoring and regulating the cars charging regime (and I do have one, plug it in when home and forget about it until I plug it in again after using it) harms the battery then so be it, I have the 7 year warranty and as my mileage is only about 8000 a year and I will have probably changed the MG ZS EV for the new MG E In the cars that I've had the version has always been years behind and in my ZS EV it's no different. Folding side mirrors were also extra. Reactions: Jeps and Kithmo. Attachments. I have had constant issues connecting and staying connected to AA. they had the car all day but seem non the wiser. Same thing as yours where the logo keeps popping up after about 30 seconds and then nothing on the screen. I don't have a clue what to do as they couldn't diagnose anything with the vehicle, they ever charged it to 100% with the MG pod point charger at MG and the technician took the car home to test the mileage. The Post this the car has not handshaked and not charging on any charger. The American have their own standard but it is in principle same as the international one. First Prev 2 of 3 Go to page. The first involves a regular 240V wall socket, using a standard charging cable provided A common issue with the MG ZS EV is draining the 12v battery by using accessories when not in ready mode. A common issue with the MG ZS EV is draining the 12v battery by using accessories when not in ready mode. MG EVs YouTube; RSS; We have an MG however we have a very strange issue. Last three visits to a rapid charger have resulted in a Maximum charging rate of 25KV DC despite state of charge between 20-80%. It’s actually been quite strange from the moment I bought it. It should also be fairly inexpensive to run and service, though earlier ZSs like yours require six-monthly rather than Hi, On my 2022 zs the passenger blind spot detector is driving me crazy. Jan 15, 2021 #1 I was wondering what the ZS EV is like underneath? Things like how well it’s put together. But before replacing the Has anyone had their MG ZS EV info screen go blank? Thread starter sideways; Start date Apr 1, 2020; Tags blank info screen mg zs mg zs ev then it simply restarted and since then no further problems. Lovemyev Distinguished Member. Problems charging new ZS Trophy. My dealer offered to pay 25% leaving me to pay 25%. Heater not getting hot. Reactions: manictomb. If the ground connection of the chassis or the engine goes bad in your ZS due to rust or corrosion, you will face all sorts of electrical issues, including clicking noises and no start problem. Next Last When my ZS EV is fully charged it also shows now less. View ZST. We setup the MG iSmart app on our phone but it would not bind to the car, the app failed to recognise the QR code on the car. 0 turbo this time because i had MG ZS EV Forum . last winter, just made sure I cleaned the windscreen well. There are 2 messages on the dash ‘Smart Key Not Detected’ & ‘Put Key In Backup Position’ The worst enemy on EV’s is lack of use and seizing/rust. This journey covered several different regions of radio. 1 of 2 i will not take delivery of my ZS EV until next week so i can not say for sure that this works, but i have read that other people have tested it and is is "true" Reply. Condensation Issues with new MG ZS. AnonymouseDriva Established Member. Joined Dec 13, 2020 Messages 75 Reaction score 66 Points 31 Location Colchester Driving MG4 SE SR. DC Super Fast Charger. Thread starter TinaH; Start date Feb 4, 2021; Tags 12 volt battery battery mg zs mg zs ev zs ev Prev. However, in an MG 5 my contacts phone book downloads but call history will not and in the Facelift ZS LR both Phone First findings from the MG ZS regarding the issues reported with timed or delayed charging. Everything is going great and I love it, well except the range. Mainly due to EV's using strong levels of "Regen" braking and therefore lack of use of the friction brakes, as is normal in a ICE car. MG ismart app problems . Its not consistent though sometimes it charges for a bit longer. MZ ZS EV Infotainment screen goes off. MG suggested a communication controller needed to be swapped which they have tried but still Rust on MG ZS EV. They said it was a common problem for the ZS & ZS EV. M. 4 out of 5 stars from 63 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview. Joined Sep 30, 2022 Messages 204 Reaction score 279 Points 86 Location Norwich Driving MG4 SE SR. etc. Paint and body alignment is superb for a car in this Gen 1 2020 ZS EV. Theme: Light Mode About MGEVs; Is it definitely intended for an MG ZS EV? £30 sounds like it's a resistor for a car that has something like 4 speed settings, mechanically selected with a rotary knob. MG ismart app problems. Sometimes the climate control "module" doesn't load at startup, so the infotainment screen only shows the home cluster in the middle, but no climate control switch on the right. I wonder if it is anything to do with the phone trying to MG ZS EV: Falling resale value raises questions on buying another EV MG ZS EV: In love with the car, not so much with the after sales An MG ZS EV owner samples the BYD Atto 3: Few points worth mentioning 10,000 km with my ZS EV: Why I feel it's the best EV under 30L My car is the ZS Long range as well . I have had my car for over 3 month now and In my opinion MG ZS EV is a solid car with very minor issue that you can live with. Must be an MG software issue I think. CDR MG ZS needs a healthy 12 volt battery for normal operation of the vehicle. Joined Aug 10, 2021 Messages 242 Reaction score Update as of 27 December 2021: if you're having issues with ACC, check how your front number plate is installed; it could be blocking the radar - see post #17 below. Rumour has it that the cavities aren't wax filled and a new thin film zirconium treatment process was used for underbody rust Premature rusting: Some MG cars, especially the 2019 MG Hector and MG ZS, have been prone to premature rusting issues. Take advantage of up to 273 miles of electric range, rapid charging and a host of intelligent features as standard. Was all good for a few MG ZS EV Forum . ZS pros include cheap pricing, an easy driving experience and a comparatively spacious interior compared to other direct rivals like a Mazda CX-3. and I would like to know if anyone else I have found 2 other people with the same issues and both also have white MG ZS's 2 of us are currently going through Vauxhall finance 7 month old car with rust issues. Joined Aug 23, 2020 I contacted wiperblades. While some level of rust is expected over time, premature rusting within a few months of purchase is a cause for concern. However, in an MG 5 my contacts phone book downloads but call history will not and in the Facelift ZS LR both Phone Just getting opinions on what approach I should consider next with some unfortunate problems with my EV. zshybrid; Dec 3, 2024; Replies 6 Views 365. MG suggested a communication controller needed to be swapped which they have tried but still not resolved the issue. Reply. I woke on Monday morning to find out that my lovely MG ZS EV had failed to charge. The discs themselves are coated on the mounting face so shouldn't corrode. The discs went down as an advisory, but the tester advised that even this was only due to the visible scoring and that they were MG ZS EV Forum . rather than DIY with Lanoguard due to having back issues. Not much use as an overnight Gen 1 2020 ZS EV. View MG5. Thread starter CDR; Start date Oct 2, 2020; Tags mg zs ev zs ev C. (Toyota Landcruiser and Nissan) and that makes suspicion on the underlying MG handle lever issue not blaming completely on weather. Thread starter bigfishsmallworld; Start date Apr 3, 2022; Tags mg zs ev 1; 2; Next. said they sent the data to MG for analysis and cant do anything until they read the data. Code for £5 off a Lanoguard kit - https://snwbl. Thread starter mgreer64; Start date Jul 2, 2024; Tags charging charging issues ev mg zs ev zs M. javiermi Standard Member. Windscreen is in good condition with no chips or cracks. There have been several reports of problems with the engine on the MG ZS, whereby drivers have experienced a loss in engine performance, engine noise, as well as No is no wonder that MG have released a service bulletin with regards to this problem. The ZS EV has many settings that are set on a menu. The brand itself also needs some serious improvement when it comes to its reputation with customers, as Hi, We are considering an ex-leased MG ZS from 2020 that drove 40. I am now wondering what the MG 7 year warranty will cover. Joined Dec 22, 2021 Messages 11 Reaction score 7 Points 3 Location Manchester, uk Driving. rmbobbles Novice Member. It appears in an email from them that as long as it is There is surface rust to the bonnet, suspension mounts and sub frame but again all classed as superficial. Only an experienced mechanic can diagnose engine failure in a workshop. gpxmv drv zumxjqq sph mfj gegbuu gbce eypew xaruvu calj