China’s electric vehicle maker BYD will immediately recall 88,981 plug-in hybrids due to power battery–related safety risks, the country’s market regulator announced on Friday.
According to the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR), the recall affects Qin PLUS DM-i models manufactured between January 2021 and September 2023. Regulators said the affected vehicles may experience limited power output because of inconsistencies in battery packs that occurred during production. In severe cases, the cars may be unable to operate in pure electric mode, the agency said.
The recall follows a defect investigation opened by SAMR, which concluded that the issue poses a safety hazard requiring immediate corrective action.
BYD, one of China’s largest new-energy vehicle manufacturers, is expected to begin implementing recall measures promptly. While the company has not yet released further details on the repair process, regulators emphasized that remedial steps must begin without delay.
The action comes as China’s rapidly expanding EV industry faces increased regulatory scrutiny, particularly regarding battery safety and manufacturing quality.
