Chinese Automaker Recalls Nearly 97,000 Electric Vehicles Due to Fire Risk #

A major Chinese automaker has announced a recall of nearly 97,000 electric vehicles (EVs) due to a manufacturing fault that could lead to fire risks. The recall affects two popular EV models manufactured in China between November 2022 and December 2023.

The issue involves a steering control unit that poses a potential fire hazard. The company plans to address this problem by having its dealers install a physical fix in the recalled vehicles.

The two affected models were among the automaker’s best-selling vehicles in 2023, accounting for 26% of its three million cars sold that year. This recall is notable as it’s a rare occurrence for this particular company, which has rapidly grown to become a global leader in electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle sales.

It remains unclear whether any of the affected EVs were exported to other countries.

This recall follows a smaller one by the same company in 2022, which involved a different model due to a defect in the battery pack that could also cause fires.

The announcement highlights the ongoing challenges faced by automakers as they continue to develop and refine electric vehicle technology.