More than 20,600 Chery and Omoda vehicles are being recalled across South Africa following the discovery of potential safety defects that could put motorists at risk.
The National Consumer Commission (NCC) confirmed that the recall affects the Chery Tiggo 4, Omoda C5 and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max 2.0 models.
According to the Commission, certain Tiggo 4 models sold between October 2023 and March 2024, as well as Omoda C5 vehicles sold between February 2023 and July 2026, may have faulty welding on the rear axle.
The defect could cause the axle to dislodge, potentially resulting in the collapse of the rear suspension.
A separate safety concern affects Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max vehicles manufactured from May 2026.
In these models, the front brake pipe could rub against the turbocharger, causing wear that may lead to brake-fluid leaks and reduced braking performance.
The NCC has urged affected vehicle owners to contact authorised Chery dealerships to arrange inspections and necessary repairs.
All remedial work will be carried out free of charge.
The Commission also confirmed that it is investigating Chery over allegations that previous vehicle recalls were not reported to the NCC as required.