BYD recalls 97,000 EVs over fire risk error
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China’s largest electric vehicle manufacturer BYD is recalling 97,000 units due to a technical error that poses fire risks.
The Chinese automaker is recalling Dolphin and Yuan Plus EVs produced in China between November 2022 and December 2023 for containing a faulty steering control unit, according to a statement from the State Administration for Market Regulation as reported by Reuters.
BYD dealers will address the issue at no cost to customers.
According to the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers, the recalled models were its best-selling in 2023 and accounted for a quarter of the 3 million cars it sold.
BYD, backed by American investor Warren Buffett, has been rapidly expanding overseas since last year, with distribution outlets set up in Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Africa.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific BYD EV models are being recalled due to the fire risk?
Which specific BYD EV models are being recalled due to the fire risk?
The recall affects the Dolphin and Yuan Plus EV models. These vehicles were produced in China between November 2022 and December 2023.
Q.What is the reason for the recall of these BYD electric vehicles?
What is the reason for the recall of these BYD electric vehicles?
The recall is due to a technical error involving a faulty steering control unit. This defect reportedly poses a fire risk to the vehicles.
Q.How will the recall process be handled for affected BYD customers?
How will the recall process be handled for affected BYD customers?
BYD dealers will address the identified issue for customers. The repairs related to the faulty steering control unit will be carried out at no cost to the vehicle owners.
Q.What proportion of BYD's total sales in 2023 did the recalled models represent?
What proportion of BYD's total sales in 2023 did the recalled models represent?
The recalled Dolphin and Yuan Plus models accounted for a quarter of the 3 million cars BYD sold in 2023. These were the company's best-selling models last year.
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