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China launches massive 4.3 million-vehicle recall over door handle safety

China has launched its largest-ever automotive recall campaign, involving 11 manufacturers and millions of vehicles. The campaign primarily addresses safety concerns regarding electronic and concealed door handles in electric vehicles. Regulators are concerned that in the event of a severe collision or electrical failure, these handles may be difficult for occupants to locate or operate, potentially trapping passengers inside or hindering rescue efforts.

Tesla is the most significantly affected manufacturer, recalling approximately 2.98 million vehicles, including Model 3, Model Y, Model S, and Model X models. Other major manufacturers involved in the recall include Xiaomi, Leapmotor, Xpeng, Geely, Zeekr, and Lynk & Co. To address these risks, Tesla and several other brands will provide free warning labels to help identify emergency mechanical releases and deploy over-the-air (OTA) software updates. Tesla’s specific software remedy includes a feature that automatically lowers vehicle windows following a detected collision.

This massive regulatory action follows China's previous announcement that concealed door handles will be banned starting in 2027. The move reflects increasing scrutiny of the safety standards of rapidly evolving electric vehicle technologies in the world's largest auto market.

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China · Leapmotor · State Administration for Market Regulation · Tesla · Tesla Beijing Co., Ltd. · Tesla Shanghai Co., Ltd. · XPeng · Xiaomi

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