Vehicle Advice10 November 2026

Chery and Omoda Recall: 23 667 Vehicles in South Africa

A South African safety recall affects 23 667 Chery Tiggo 4, Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max 2.0 and Omoda C5 vehicles. Owners should contact an authorised dealer promptly for a VIN check and inspection. The National Consumer Commission (NCC) says remedial work will be completed at no cost. If you are unsure whether the vehicle is safe to drive, ask the dealer or manufacturer contact centre whether towing is required.

Motordeal Premium original recall summary graphic, based on the NCC notice published 10 November 2026.

Information checked: 10 November 2026. This article summarises the official NCC recall notice. A recall is determined by VIN, not simply by model name or registration year.

Which Chery and Omoda vehicles are affected?

Chery Tiggo 4: 17 508 vehicles

The NCC says the affected Tiggo 4 vehicles were made available for sale nationally between 17 October 2023 and 27 March 2024. Chery reported possible welding irregularities at the rear-axle sleeve. The stated risk is that the rear axle could dislodge and the rear suspension could collapse.

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max 2.0: 3 474 vehicles

The recall covers certain Tiggo 8 Pro Max 2.0 vehicles manufactured from 20 May 2026 onwards. The NCC says the front brake pipe may contact the turbocharger assembly, causing wear and possible brake-fluid leakage. That may reduce braking performance and increase stopping distance.

Omoda C5: 2 685 vehicles

The affected Omoda C5 vehicles were made available for sale nationally between February 2023 and July 2026. The reported concern is a possible welding defect at the rear-axle sleeve, with a risk of axle displacement and rear-suspension collapse.

What owners should do now

Find the VIN. It is normally visible at the lower windscreen, on the licence document or on a manufacturer plate. Do not publish the VIN on social media.
Contact an authorised Chery or Omoda dealer. Ask the dealer to check the VIN against the active campaign and confirm the next step.
Describe any symptoms. Report unusual rear-end movement or noises, a change in brake-pedal feel, a brake-fluid warning, visible fluid, or longer stopping distance.
Ask whether the vehicle may be driven. The NCC advises owners to arrange towing through an authorised dealer or contact centre if the affected vehicle may be unsafe to drive.
Keep the repair record. Retain the booking, job card and campaign-completion confirmation for your service history.

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Safety warning: when not to continue driving

Stop in the safest available place and request professional assistance if steering or rear-end stability suddenly changes, the vehicle sits abnormally, you hear a severe impact or scraping noise from the rear, the brake warning illuminates, the pedal becomes unusually soft, or braking performance deteriorates. Use hazard lights when stationary if appropriate, keep clear of moving traffic, and do not crawl under the vehicle.

Do not attempt to weld, straighten or reinforce an axle component yourself. Do not open a brake hydraulic system, top up fluid merely to mask a leak, or rely on a warning-light reset. Axle and brake work requires the authorised recall process and qualified technicians.

Does a recall mean every vehicle of that model is defective?

No. Recall campaigns identify vehicles by production records and VIN ranges. Two vehicles with the same model badge can have different campaign status. A vehicle that appears to fall outside the dates above should still be checked if an authorised dealer or manufacturer contacts the owner.

Will the recall repair cost the owner?

The NCC states that inspection and remedial work for this campaign will be carried out at no cost to the consumer. Confirm transport or towing arrangements with the authorised network before incurring a cost yourself.

Buying or selling one of these models

A recall is not automatically a reason to reject a vehicle, but unresolved safety work must not be ignored. Before purchase, ask an authorised dealer to confirm the VIN status and request evidence that any required campaign work was completed. Sellers should disclose an unresolved recall and arrange completion rather than making vague assurances.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I know whether my Chery or Omoda is recalled?

Ask an authorised dealer to check the full VIN against the manufacturer campaign. Model and date information alone cannot confirm individual vehicle status.

Can an independent workshop complete the recall?

Recall completion should be arranged through the authorised manufacturer network so the approved procedure, parts and campaign record are applied.

What if I bought the vehicle used?

Safety recalls generally follow the vehicle, not the original owner. Contact an authorised dealer with the VIN and update your ownership and contact details.