Tesla has been caught up in what the BBC describes as China's biggest ever car recall, affecting more than four million vehicles made by Tesla, XPeng, Xiaomi and other firms.
Key facts
- China's largest-ever car recall affects more than four million vehicles, according to the BBC.
- Tesla is among the manufacturers caught up in the recall, according to the BBC.
- XPeng and Xiaomi are also affected, according to the BBC.
- Multiple other firms are involved in the action, according to the BBC.
Tesla has been drawn into what the BBC describes as China’s biggest ever car recall, an action that affects more than four million vehicles across several manufacturers.
According to the BBC, the recall does not involve Tesla alone. Chinese firms including XPeng and Xiaomi are also among the companies whose vehicles are covered, alongside other manufacturers.
The BBC reports that more than four million cars are affected, a figure it says makes this the country’s largest such recall to date.
Further details about the reason for the recall, the specific models involved and the timeline for repairs were not included in the available reporting.
Why it matters
A recall of more than four million vehicles is, by the BBC's account, the largest in China's history, and it spans both a major foreign brand, Tesla, and domestic manufacturers XPeng and Xiaomi.
Frequently asked questions
How many vehicles are affected by China's recall?
According to the BBC, the recall affects more than four million vehicles, making it China's biggest ever car recall.
Which carmakers are involved?
The BBC reports that Tesla, XPeng, Xiaomi and other firms are among the manufacturers affected.
Is Tesla the only company recalling cars?
No. The BBC states the recall covers vehicles from multiple manufacturers, including Chinese firms XPeng and Xiaomi, not just Tesla.