The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has announced the recall of 23 667 Chery and Omoda vehicles across South Africa following safety concerns involving potential defects in their rear axles and braking systems.
In a public statement issued on Tuesday, 10 November, the NCC said the recall was initiated by Chery International (Pty) Ltd, trading as Chery South Africa, and affects three models: the Chery Tiggo 4, Omoda C5 and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max 2.0. The largest recall involves 17 508 Chery Tiggo 4 vehicles made available for sale between 17 October 2023 and 27 March 2024. According to the supplier, the affected vehicles may have welding irregularities on the rear axle sleeve, which could cause the axle to dislodge and result in rear suspension collapse.
A further 2 685 Omoda C5 vehicles, sold nationally between February 2023 and July 2026, are affected by a similar rear axle welding defect, which could also lead to suspension failure. Meanwhile, the recall includes 3 474 Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max 2.0 vehicles manufactured from 20 May 2026 onwards. In this model, the front brake pipe may come into contact with the turbocharger assembly, potentially causing wear and brake-fluid leakage. The defect could compromise braking performance, increase stopping distances and potentially result in collisions, serious injuries or fatalities.
The NCC has urged owners of affected vehicles to visit authorised Chery dealerships for inspections and necessary repairs, which will be conducted at no cost to consumers. Motorists can also check whether their vehicles are affected by verifying their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on Chery South Africa’s website. Owners who believe their vehicles may be unsafe to drive are advised to contact authorised dealerships or Chery’s contact centre to arrange towing.
NCC Acting Commissioner Hardin Ratshisusu urged consumers to respond to the recall notice and reminded suppliers of their responsibility to notify the commission promptly about product recalls.
He also revealed that the NCC had initiated a separate investigation against Chery in October 2026 following allegations that certain vehicles had been recalled without notifying the commission. The investigation remains ongoing.
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