# BYD vehicle recalls in China and Australia

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/byd-vehicle-recalls-in-china-and-australia
> Updated: 2026-09-20T22:50:54.000Z. Sources: 20. Developments: 4.

BYD has initiated large-scale vehicle recalls in China and Australia due to distinct mechanical defects.

In China, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) reported that manufacturing abnormalities in brake pedal limiter materials could cause parts to crack or detach. This defect may cause brake lights to remain illuminated even when the pedal is not pressed, creating a traffic safety hazard. The recall affects over 180,000 vehicles, primarily within the Tang and Qin series, including approximately 58,026 Tang models, 77,846 Tang DM models, 7,023 Tang EV models, and 40,316 Qin sedan models produced between 2014 and 2022. Regulators noted that constant brake light activation is dangerous as it can “confuse and mislead following drivers.” BYD has committed to replacing the faulty components free of charge. These affected units were manufactured specifically for the Chinese market.

In Australia, BYD is recalling approximately 32,000 Shark 6 plug-in hybrid pickups manufactured between August 2024 and June 2026. The recall addresses a defect in the under-car spare wheel storage system, where incorrect installation or insufficient fastening torque could cause the support cable to wear abnormally. This issue may lead to the spare wheel falling off the vehicle, posing a risk of serious injury or death. BYD intends to replace the spare wheel lifter assembly with a sturdier chain at no cost to owners. Affected Australian owners are advised to contact local dealerships and, in the interim, remove the spare wheel from the vehicle for safety.

## Claims

- BYD is recalling more than 32,000 Shark 6 vehicles in Australia due to a safety defect. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The defect involves the under-car spare wheel storage, where abnormal wear of the support cable could cause the wheel to fall off. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Affected Shark 6 vehicles were manufactured between August 2024 and June 2026. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The company will replace the spare wheel lifter assembly with a sturdier chain for free. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- BYD has reached a milestone of 15,000 vehicles on New Zealand roads. (single source)
- The New Zealand fleet includes 9,824 fully electric vehicles and 5,248 plug-in hybrids. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-20: BYD recalls 32,000 Shark 6 pickups in Australia over safety defect

BYD is recalling over 32,000 Shark 6 pickup trucks in Australia due to a defect that could cause the spare tire to fall off while driving, posing a serious safety risk.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/byd-issues-urgent-safety-recall-in-australia-and-hits-sales-milestone-in-new-zealand

### 2026-09-20: BYD recalls over 180,000 vehicles in China due to brake defect

BYD is recalling more than 180,000 Qin and Tang series vehicles in China due to a brake pedal defect that may cause brake lights to stay on continuously.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/byd-recalls-over-180000-vehicles-in-china-due-to-brake-defect

### 2026-09-18: BYD and Volkswagen announce major vehicle recalls

BYD, Volkswagen, and NIO have announced large-scale vehicle recalls across China, Australia, and the US due to brake defects, software glitches, and steering system risks.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/byd-and-volkswagen-announce-major-vehicle-recalls

### 2026-09-18: BYD recalls 183,000 vehicles in China over brake pedal risk

BYD is recalling over 183,000 vehicles in China due to a brake pedal defect that could cause brake lights to malfunction, affecting Tang and Qin series models.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/byd-recalls-183000-vehicles-in-china-over-brake-pedal-risk

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