Volvo EX30 Fire: Recall of 1,668 Cars, Civil Lawsuit Demanded

MGR Online•Politics•2d ago

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Thailand's consumer protection agency is demanding an urgent recall of 1,668 Volvo EX30 electric vehicles due to fire risks, with potential civil lawsuits planned.

•The Office of the Consumer Protection Board (OCPB) has summoned Volvo Car (Thailand) to explain a fire incident involving a Volvo EX30 while charging.
•A recall of 1,668 Volvo EX30 units in Thailand is being demanded, alongside potential civil lawsuits against the company.
•The OCPB is investigating the incident, which occurred on May 15, 2026, after a consumer reported issues with battery charging.

Overview

•Minister Supamas ordered the summoning of Volvo Car (Thailand) to clarify facts and operational plans regarding a Volvo EX30 fire incident.
•On May 15, 2026, at approximately 9:00 PM, a Volvo EX30 caught fire while charging at a consumer's home.
•On May 21, 2026, the OCPB will chair a meeting with Volvo Car (Thailand) to discuss the fire incident and recall plan.
•1,668 Volvo EX30 vehicles in Thailand are within the scope of the potential recall for battery replacement.
•Civil lawsuits will be filed against Volvo Car (Thailand) and its dealers to force refunds for 45 complaining consumers.
•The fire incident highlights that temporary measures like charging only up to 70% are insufficient to prevent fires.
•Volvo Car (Thailand) must submit test or proof results within 30 days as per an order issued by the OCPB.
•Consumers who purchased Volvo EX30 vehicles face risks to life and property due to potential battery fires.

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Key Quotes

Pacharin Sumsiripong

"Minister Supamas will not let consumers bear the risk alone. If the company cannot present a clear plan, the OCPB is ready to use all legal mechanisms."

รัฐมนตรีศุภมาสจะไม่ปล่อยให้ผู้บริโภคแบกรับความเสี่ยงเพียงลำพัง หากบริษัทไม่สามารถแสดงแผนที่ชัดเจน สคบ. พร้อมใช้กลไกกฎหมายทุกช่องทาง

Supamas Isaraphakdi

"Ordered Volvo Car (Thailand) Company to be summoned for clarification of facts and operational plan."

สั่งการให้เรียกบริษัท วอลโว่ คาร์ (ประเทศไทย) จำกัด เข้าชี้แจงข้อเท็จจริงและแผนการดำเนินงาน

Key Entities

Person

Pacharin Sumsiripong(พัชรินทร์ ซำศิริพงษ์)

Secretary to the Prime Minister's Minister, who revealed Minister Supamas' orders regarding the Volvo EX30 fire incident.

Supamas Isaraphakdi(ศุภมาส อิศรภักดี)

Minister Attached to the Prime Minister's Office and supervisor of the Office of the Consumer Protection Board (OCPB), who ordered an urgent investigation and action on the Volvo EX30 fire.

Pradermchai Boonchuaylue(ประเดิมชัย บุญช่วยเหลือ)

Advisor to the Minister Attached to the Prime Minister's Office, appointed to chair the meeting with Volvo Car (Thailand) regarding the EX30 fire.

Ronarong Poolpipat(รณรงค์ พูลพิพัฒน์)

Secretary-General of the Office of the Consumer Protection Board (OCPB), who will participate in the meeting with Volvo Car (Thailand).

Anutin Charnvirakul(อนุทิน ชาญวีรกูล)ℹ️

Prime Minister of Thailand, under whose government road safety and consumer protection are prioritized.

Product

Volvo EX30ℹ️

An electric vehicle model that has experienced fire incidents while charging, leading to demands for a recall in Thailand.

Organization

Volvo Car (Thailand) Co., Ltd.(วอลโว่ คาร์ (ประเทศไทย) จำกัด)

The Thai subsidiary of Volvo that is being summoned by the OCPB to explain fire incidents involving the Volvo EX30 and to discuss a recall plan.

Office of the Consumer Protection Board (OCPB)(สำนักงานคณะกรรมการคุ้มครองผู้บริโภค (สคบ.))

The Thai government agency responsible for consumer protection, which is leading the investigation and demanding action on the Volvo EX30 fire issue.