Hey there, tech enthusiasts! 🚗💨 China's automotive giant, BYD, has just announced a major recall affecting nearly 97,000 electric vehicles (EVs). The recall is due to a manufacturing hiccup involving the steering control unit, which, if left unchecked, could lead to fire risks. Safety first, right? 🔥
The models in question are the popular Dolphin and Yuan Plus, produced between November 2022 and December 2023, according to the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR). These two have been crowd favorites in 2023, making up a whopping 26% of BYD's total sales of around 3 million units! 📈
Now, before you hit the panic button, know that BYD is on it! While recalls can sound scary, they're actually pretty rare for BYD. The last notable one was back in 2022, involving a small batch of Tang plug-in hybrids over battery pack concerns. 🛠️
So, what's BYD doing about it? They're asking authorized dealers to install a \"physical fix\" on the affected cars. It's like giving your EV a little tune-up to keep things running smoothly. 🧰
As of now, BYD hasn't responded to requests for further comments, and it's still unclear if any of the recalled vehicles were exported. 🌍 But we'll keep our eyes peeled for updates! 👀
Stay charged and drive safe! ⚡
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
