BYD recalls 183,211 cars in China over brake pedal defect

On 18 September 2026, China's State Administration for Market Regulation announced that BYD is recalling 183,211 vehicles in China due to safety risks linked to the brake pedal stopper pad.

The action is registered under two formal recall filings with the regulatory authorities. It affects 142,895 cars from the Tang series and 40,316 cars from the Qin series.

The Tang vehicles subject to the campaign include 58,026 early generation units, 77,846 new generation Tang DM models, and 7,023 new generation Tang EV units. BYD will replace the defective components at a cost of 0 CNY to vehicle owners.