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Safety shock spreads to second KGM EV: Torres EVX also advertised with an airbag it doesn't have

Published

23 August 2026

Topic

regulatory

Sectors

Micromobility

Geography

Australia

Source

Read at evcentral.com.au

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Fusion42 · 23 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

KGM Australia admitted that the Torres EVX electric SUV was wrongly advertised as having eight airbags when it only has seven, following similar issues with the Musso EV ute also being advertised with more airbags than it actually carries. The company says the vehicles remain compliant with Australian standards, but consumer watchdogs are involved and further investigation may follow.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Micromobility.

◆ The Wire takeaway

You face heightened scrutiny on safety claims now KGM’s EV airbags were overstated and regulators are involved. Correct your product details fast or risk penalty and lost trust in Australia's tight vehicle market.

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