Chery has launched a recall programme for Omoda 5 automobiles in Malaysia following an incident during which the rear suspension meeting indifferent together with each rear wheels.
In an official assertion issued on 11 October 2026, Chery Auto Malaysia mentioned it could examine the C and H variants of the affected Omoda 5 automobiles and substitute the related parts the place mandatory.
The corporate additionally mentioned it was working intently with Malaysia’s Street Transport Division (JPJ) relating to the incident, which was reported on 6 October.
Beneath the recall programme, the affected automobiles will endure complete inspections. All mandatory repairs, part replacements and follow-up work might be carried out freed from cost, the corporate mentioned.
Automobile house owners can verify whether or not their automobiles are coated by the programme via the corporate’s web site utilizing their Automobile Identification Quantity (VIN). The assertion additionally suggested house owners to contact a Chery service centre for additional info.
Experiences have additionally emerged that new registrations of Omoda 5 automobiles in Malaysia have been suspended following the incident.
Nonetheless, Chery’s assertion issued on 11 October targeted totally on the recall programme.
The incident has additionally drawn the eye of car house owners in Sri Lanka, as Omoda 5 automobiles are marketed domestically by Hayleys.
Nonetheless, Hayleys has but to challenge any communication informing Sri Lankan clients concerning the incident.
