Tag: Battery Issues

Chinese automaker BYD has announced a recall affecting nearly 89,000 Qin PLUS DM-i plug-in hybrid vehicles in China due to potential battery defects. The problem stems from manufacturing inconsistencies that could lower the battery's output and cause electric-drive mode shutdowns.Key TakeawaysBattery manufacturing issues led to a recall of 88,981 Qin PLUS DM-i vehicles manufactured between January 2021 and September 2023.The recall includes over-the-air software updates to address the issue, followed by free battery pack replacements if necessary.This is BYD's second major recall in recent months, indicating a growing focus on quality control for electric vehicle batteries.BYD’s latest recall covers Qin PLUS DM-i models manufactured between January 2021 and September 2023. The issue involv...

BYD, one of the world's leading electric vehicle manufacturers, has issued a recall affecting over 88,000 Qin Plus DM-i hybrid sedans in China. This latest move comes after last month’s recall of 115,783 Tang and Yuan Pro EVs due to similar issues.Key TakeawaysBYD is recalling 88,981 Qin Plus DM-i sedans over battery consistency issues.The recall covers vehicles produced between January 2021 and September 2023.Dealers will replace faulty batteries for free and upgrade diagnostic software via OTA technology.This latest action by BYD highlights the company's commitment to addressing quality issues as it continues its rapid growth in the global market. The recall affects two batches of cars: 52,890 units produced between September 26, 2021, and September 23, 2023, and 36,091 units manufacture...