We had first service on our PHEV and asked any software updates. Told no. Strange as the infotainment was going even slower than normal when we got it back. Then 2 days later it went dark and re-booted of it’s own accord as we approached a roundabout, not good as we didn’t know the area and was following the Sat-Nav (also the indicators stopped working briefly). Saturday the service department was closed so had to wait until the Monday to “remonstrate” with service. Told, “oh ,there’s a recall, you should have a letter, involves an earth”. 2 days later we got a letter from MG. 10 days later car went in for a “modification of an earth in the passenger footwell behind glove box (40 minute, while-you-wait fix). Asked to see a picture or video of the mod, told that they are NOT allowed to divulge that information to customers, by MG Motors UK. No repeat of the problem so far, 3 days in……..
I have since been informed the modification for the earth problem. It seems the earth strap behind the glove box, in some PHEV’s, had the strap secured to the bodywork OVER some sound insulation. The mod was to remove the insulation and re-attach the earth strap and replace the glove box in situ. Also told that this is NOT responsible for the infotainment system re-booting mid journey……..