BYD Vehicle Recall Covers More Than 183,000 Vehicles

BYD Recalls More Than 183,000 Vehicles in China

The BYD vehicle recall covers 183,211 vehicles in China following notices filed with the State Administration for Market Regulation on September 18. BYD Auto Industry Co., Ltd. is recalling 142,895 Tang-series vehicles under recall number S2026M0116V, while BYD Auto Co., Ltd. is recalling 40,316 Qin vehicles under recall number S2026M0117V. The recalls are effective immediately and involve vehicles manufactured across several production periods between 2014 and 2022. The affected vehicles may contain a manufacturing-related defect involving brake pedal stopper pads, which can crack or break after prolonged use and create a potential safety concern.

Tang Models Account for Most Recalled Vehicles

Recall No. S2026M0116V covers three groups of Tang vehicles produced by BYD Auto Industry Co., Ltd. The recall includes 58,026 Tang vehicles manufactured from March 28, 2015, through December 21, 2018. It also covers 77,846 all-new Tang DM vehicles produced from May 19, 2018, through January 14, 2022, along with 7,023 all-new Tang EV vehicles manufactured from December 27, 2018, through October 25, 2021. Together, these three groups account for 142,895 vehicles subject to the recall and represent the largest portion of the affected population described in the notice.

Qin Recall Covers 40,316 Vehicles

Separately, BYD Auto Co., Ltd. has filed Recall No. S2026M0117V covering 40,316 Qin vehicles. The affected Qin vehicles were manufactured from June 27, 2014, to June 9, 2019. Like the Tang-related recall, this campaign is effective immediately and addresses the same brake pedal stopper pad manufacturing issue. The recall notice identifies the defect as a material problem affecting a batch of stopper pads. The affected component can deteriorate during prolonged vehicle use, creating the possibility that the brake lights could remain illuminated even when the driver is not pressing the brake pedal.

Brake Pedal Stopper Pad Defect Creates Safety Risk

The recalled vehicles may contain brake pedal stopper pads with a manufacturing defect that can cause the material to crack or break after extended use. In extreme cases, the pad may detach from its intended position. If that happens, the vehicle's brake lights can remain on even though the brake pedal has not been pressed. This condition could provide an inaccurate signal to drivers traveling behind the vehicle, potentially creating a safety risk. The recall therefore addresses a component-level manufacturing issue rather than a change to the vehicles' normal operating specifications, with replacement of the affected pads serving as the corrective measure.

Dealers Will Replace Affected Pads Free of Charge

Under the recall campaigns, the two companies will arrange for authorized dealers to replace the affected brake pedal stopper pads with improved pads at no cost to vehicle owners. The corrective action is intended to address the possibility of cracking, breakage, or detachment associated with the original component. Vehicles that have already received the improved pad are excluded from requiring another replacement. The recall process therefore distinguishes between vehicles that still contain the potentially affected component and vehicles that have already received the improved version through an earlier service intervention.

Industry Impact & Outlook

The recalls highlight the importance of component durability and corrective service campaigns across large vehicle populations, particularly when a relatively small component can influence a vehicle's signaling behavior. For China's automotive market, the campaigns involve more than 183,000 vehicles across multiple model generations and production years, requiring coordinated dealer support and owner notification. The immediate next step is the replacement of affected stopper pads with improved parts, while vehicles already fitted with the improved component require no further replacement. The practical impact will center on completing the recall efficiently and ensuring affected vehicles receive the specified corrective action.

Frequently Asked Questions

What vehicles are included in the BYD recall?
The recall covers 183,211 vehicles, including Tang, all-new Tang DM, all-new Tang EV, and Qin models produced during specified periods between 2014 and 2022. BYD Auto Industry Co., Ltd. accounts for 142,895 recalled Tang-series vehicles under Recall No. S2026M0116V, while BYD Auto Co., Ltd. covers 40,316 Qin vehicles under Recall No. S2026M0117V. The affected vehicles may have brake pedal stopper pads with a manufacturing defect that can cause cracking or breakage. Authorized dealers will replace affected pads with improved versions free of charge.