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MG HS PHEV recovery and towing

The HS PHEV was one of the first plug-in hybrids sold in Pakistan, pairing a turbo-petrol engine with an electric motor and battery. Owners charge it at home for short trips and use petrol for intercity driving. Flatbed only: plug-in hybrids must never be towed with driven wheels turning, as this can damage the motor and gearbox.

  • Plug-in hybrid, front-wheel drive, automatic
  • Kerb weight about 1.6 to 2.5 tonnes
  • Flatbed recovery only
  • Open 24/7 across Pakistan

Request a recovery truck

What happened?

You get a fixed price and arrival time before any truck leaves.

How we tow a MG HS PHEV

Flatbed only: plug-in hybrids must never be towed with driven wheels turning, as this can damage the motor and gearbox.

  • It's a hybrid: the drive motor is connected to the wheels, so towing on its wheels risks damaging the hybrid transaxle.
  • Its gearbox is automatic, CVT or dual-clutch, which isn't lubricated properly when towed with the driven wheels turning.

Common call-outs and owner tips

Why owners call us

  • Dead 12V auxiliary battery leaving the car unable to switch on
  • Running low on both charge and fuel on long trips
  • Hybrid system warnings needing dealer diagnosis

Tips for MG HS PHEV owners

  • Only the 12V battery may be jump-started; never attempt to jump the high-voltage battery.
  • Switch off fully and unplug any charging cable before the truck arrives.

Other MG models

MG HS PHEV recovery questions

What's the safest way to tow a MG HS PHEV?

Flatbed only: plug-in hybrids must never be towed with driven wheels turning, as this can damage the motor and gearbox.

Why does my MG HS PHEV need a flatbed?

It's a hybrid: the drive motor is connected to the wheels, so towing on its wheels risks damaging the hybrid transaxle. Its gearbox is automatic, CVT or dual-clutch, which isn't lubricated properly when towed with the driven wheels turning.

What are the most common roadside problems with a MG HS PHEV?

Dead 12V auxiliary battery leaving the car unable to switch on; Running low on both charge and fuel on long trips; Hybrid system warnings needing dealer diagnosis.

How much does recovery cost?

It depends on where you are, where the vehicle is going and what's needed. You get one fixed price before we dispatch.

MG HS PHEV broken down? Call us.

Any city, any motorway, any hour. Send your location and we'll send a truck.