VW’s JV in China to recall nearly 600,000 vehicles over fuse fault
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Volkswagen AG’s joint venture in China, FAW-Volkswagen Automobile, will recall 577,590 Golf and Sagitar cars because of a headlight fuse defect that may lead to safety risks, the quality watchdog said.
The recall covers 416,364 Golfs produced between September 2009 and May 2014, and 161,226 Sagitars produced between July 2010 and March 2012, said the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine.
The watchdog said the defects could cause headlight failure.
FAW-Volkswagen, majority owned by state-owned China FAW Group, could not be immediately reached for comment. Volkswagen China declined to comment.
In March, Volkswagen recalled over 1 million Audi vehicles due to potential leaks and coolant pumps faults.
The German carmaker delivered nearly 4 million vehicles in China last year, two fifth of its global sales.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which models of vehicles are being recalled by FAW-Volkswagen?
Which models of vehicles are being recalled by FAW-Volkswagen?
The recall affects Golf and Sagitar cars. Specifically, 416,364 Golfs and 161,226 Sagitars are included in this recall action due to a headlight fuse defect.
Q.What is the specific defect causing this recall?
What is the specific defect causing this recall?
The recall is due to a headlight fuse defect. The quality watchdog stated that this fault may lead to safety risks and could cause the headlights to fail.
Q.Has Volkswagen had other recalls in China recently?
Has Volkswagen had other recalls in China recently?
Yes, Volkswagen recalled over 1 million Audi vehicles in March due to potential leaks and coolant pump faults. This indicates it's not their only recent recall in the market.
Q.What percentage of Volkswagen's global sales did China account for last year?
What percentage of Volkswagen's global sales did China account for last year?
China accounted for two-fifths of Volkswagen's global sales last year. The German carmaker delivered nearly 4 million vehicles in China during that period.