GM venture to recall nearly a million vehicles in China
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One of General Motors’s China ventures will recall nearly a million vehicles due to fuel tank problems, the country’s quality watchdog said on Friday, the latest in a spate of major auto recalls in China over the last few months.
SAIC-GM-Wuling Automobile Co Ltd is a three-way tie-up between SAIC Motor, General Motors and Guangxi Automobile Group, formerly known as Wuling Motors.
The recall of the 938,686 vehicles involves two models of the venture’s popular Baojun cars, a high-volume, entry-level brand for the Chinese market, which sold more than 2 million vehicles last year.
GM did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
This year has seen a number of major car recalls in China, the world’s biggest auto market.
China’s quality watchdog said in September GM and its China ventures would recall over 2.5 million vehicles over airbag issues. That followed a similar 4.86 million vehicle recall by Volkswagen AG and its Chinese joint ventures.
GM produces vehicles in China through a joint venture with SAIC, the country’s largest automaker, as well as the three-way venture that is now working on an electric battery car called the Baojun E100 to help meet strict new-energy vehicle quotas.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific models are affected by this recall?
Which specific models are affected by this recall?
The recall involves two models of the venture’s popular Baojun cars. The article does not specify the exact names of these two models beyond mentioning they are part of the Baojun brand.
Q.What is the reason for this recall by SAIC-GM-Wuling Automobile Co Ltd?
What is the reason for this recall by SAIC-GM-Wuling Automobile Co Ltd?
The recall of nearly a million vehicles is due to identified fuel tank problems. This issue was highlighted by the country's quality watchdog on Friday, leading to the venture's action.
Q.How does this recall compare to other recent vehicle recalls in China?
How does this recall compare to other recent vehicle recalls in China?
This recall is the latest in a series of major auto recalls in China. Earlier this year, GM and its China ventures recalled over 2.5 million vehicles for airbag issues, and Volkswagen recalled 4.86 million vehicles.
Q.Is GM involved in any other ventures in China besides SAIC-GM-Wuling Automobile Co Ltd?
Is GM involved in any other ventures in China besides SAIC-GM-Wuling Automobile Co Ltd?
Yes, GM also produces vehicles in China through a separate joint venture with SAIC, which is the country’s largest automaker. This is in addition to the three-way venture mentioned in the article.
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