Overview
- The recall covers Qin PLUS DM-i vehicles built from Jan. 7, 2021 through Sept. 30, 2023, according to China’s market regulator.
- Regulators said inconsistent battery-pack production can limit power output and, in extreme cases, prevent pure-electric driving, creating safety hazards.
- Owners will receive an over-the-air software update to identify affected packs, with no-cost battery replacements available at dealerships once an alert appears.
- China’s State Administration for Market Regulation initiated the defect investigation, and BYD has now recalled more than 210,000 vehicles in 2025, including a separate mid-October action involving Tang and Yuan Pro models.
- Reporting also highlights BYD’s recent registration growth in Europe and notes a planned Kei-style entry pending EU rules, while Tesla targets a February 2026 Full Self-Driving launch in Europe confirmed by the Dutch regulator.