BYD recalls more than 115 thousand cars: what is the reason?
17 October 20:20
Chinese automaker BYD has announced a large-scale recall of more than 115,000 vehicles, the largest in the company’s history. According to the State Administration for Market Regulation of China, the service campaign includes the Tang and Yuan Pro models released in 2015-2022, "Komersant Ukrainian" reports.
44,535 BYD Tang cars manufactured between March 2015 and July 2017 have design flaws that can affect the operation of the units.
71,248 Yuan Pro cars manufactured between February 2021 and August 2022 are being recalled due to battery installation issues that increase safety risks.
According to the regulator, the company has already submitted an official recall plan, and vehicle owners will receive free service.
Previous incidents
This is not the first recall for BYD in recent years.
- In January 2025, the company already recalled 6,843 Fangchengbao Bao 5 hybrid SUVs due to the risk of battery fire.
- In September 2024, BYD announced the recall of 97,000 Dolphin and Yuan Plus electric cars due to a defect in the steering unit, which also posed a fire hazard.
A series of such incidents calls into question the quality of production control at one of the flagships of the Chinese electric vehicle industry, which is also actively entering global markets.
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What it means for BYD
BYD remains the largest electric vehicle manufacturer in China and a key competitor of Tesla. However, a series of recalls could hit consumer confidence and create image risks for the company, which positions itself as a technologically reliable brand.
Earlier, the Chinese government called on leading EV manufacturers, including BYD, to reduce production volumes and stop price wars in the domestic market. Now, with increased regulatory oversight, the company may also face stricter safety and certification requirements.
Global ambitions of the Chinese automotive industry
BYD is actively expanding its presence outside of China, from a plant in Hungary to production plans in Indonesia, Brazil, and Thailand. The company is also increasing its exports to Europe, where it faces EU anti-dumping investigations over suspected government subsidies.
Despite the recall, the brand maintains a leading position in terms of sales, but its challenges are a sign of the broader problem of rapid but not always high-quality growth in the Chinese EV market.
Chinese regulators are expected to tighten control over the production of electric cars, especially in the area of battery safety, one of the most vulnerable aspects of the industry.
For BYD, this will be a test not only of operational efficiency but also of its ability to maintain its reputation at a critical time when global demand for electric vehicles is slowing and competition is growing.
China remains the largest EV market in the world, accounting for more than 60% of global EV sales in 2025. Following the explosive growth in production, the Chinese authorities have taken a course to regulate quality, fearing market saturation and reputational risks. In July, the government warned manufacturers from BYD to NIO about the danger of price wars and technical failures that could cast doubt on the credibility of the Chinese auto industry abroad.
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