EV maker BYD recalls more than 180,000 cars in China over brake pedal risk
The exercise covers 183,211 Qin and Tang series vehicles produced between 2014 and 2022, as a defect in a batch of brake pedal stopper pads puts them at risk of cracking or detaching over time.
The logo of BYD is pictured on an electric car at a dealership in Reze near Nantes, France, March 27, 2025. REUTERS/Stephane Mahe
BEIJING: China's market regulator said on Friday (Sep 18) that electric vehicle maker BYD will immediately recall more than 180,000 cars in the country to resolve a manufacturing defect affecting a brake pedal component.
The exercise covers 183,211 Qin and Tang series vehicles produced between 2014 and 2022, as the defect in a batch of brake pedal stopper pads puts them at risk of cracking or detaching over time.
In extreme cases, this could cause brake lights to stay on even if the pedal is not pressed, potentially misleading other road users and creating a safety risk, the State Administration for Market Regulation said.
In its regulatory filing, BYD said it would replace the affected component free of charge through authorised dealers.
Separately, Chinese EV maker Nio is recalling 686 Firefly-branded electric vehicles over a manufacturing defect in a steering system component, the market regulator said.
In extreme cases, the defect causes a loss of power steering assistance, it added. The company will inspect affected vehicles and replace the faulty wiring harness free of charge.
BYD said in response to queries from CNA on Sep 21 that the recall applies only to certain batches of vehicles in China.
"There are no affected models or vehicles in Singapore, and no local recall is planned," BYD said.
The Land Transport Authority (LTA) told CNA on Sep 25 that while BYD vehicles sold in Singapore are not affected, owners who observe abnormalities with the braking system should get their vehicles inspected immediately by an authorised workshop. They should also report the issue to LTA.
Vehicle owners can also contact their authorised dealer or BYD Singapore for more information, said LTA.
