Data from the National Market Supervision and Administration's passenger vehicle recall announcements released in March 2026 indicates that 578,269 vehicles were recalled in February. This represents an increase of over 32 times compared to the number of recalls in January 2026.

Domestic brands accounted for nearly half of the total vehicles recalled. The recalls involved vehicles from imported, joint venture, and domestic brands. The breakdown by country of origin is as follows: - Chinese brands: NIO Inc. and ZEEKR collectively recalled 284,506 vehicles, accounting for 49.20% of the total recalls for the month. - German brands: Audi and Mercedes-Benz collectively recalled 225,547 vehicles, representing 39% of the total. - Japanese brands: Nissan recalled 29,608 vehicles, accounting for 5.12%. - American brands: Jeep and Lincoln collectively recalled 23,709 vehicles, representing 4.10%. - Swedish brand: Volvo recalled 14,768 vehicles, accounting for 2.55%. - Recalls from other automotive origins constituted less than 1% of the total.

Electrical system issues were the primary reason for the recalls. The main problems leading to passenger vehicle recalls in February were related to the electrical system, as well as the body and interior.

NIO Inc. recalled 246,229 vehicles due to an electrical system issue. The recall, affecting certain ES8, ES6, and EC6 pure electric vehicles, was initiated because a software problem could cause temporary blackouts of the instrument panel and central control screen under specific conditions. During these blackouts, essential vehicle information and functions such as speed data, fault warnings, and defrosting/demisting would be unavailable. The manufacturer will perform free over-the-air (OTA) software upgrades for the affected vehicles.

Audi recalled 206,012 vehicles due to a body and interior issue. The recall involves certain domestically produced Audi Q2L models. The problem stems from the structural adhesive used to bond the inner and outer panels of the C-pillar cover, which may degrade under prolonged high-temperature and high-humidity conditions, leading to reduced bond strength. This could result in the outer panel separating from the inner panel while driving, posing a risk to other road users. Authorized dealers will replace the C-pillar cover assembly with an improved version free of charge for vehicles within the recall scope.

ZEEKR recalled 38,277 vehicles due to a problem with a component specific to new energy vehicles. The recall affects certain ZEEKR 001 WE edition cars. The issue is related to inconsistencies in the manufacturing of a component within the high-voltage power battery. Over the long term, this can lead to an abnormal increase in the internal resistance of the power battery, potentially causing performance degradation. In extreme cases, it could lead to thermal runaway of the power battery. The manufacturer will inspect or remotely diagnose the affected vehicles and will replace the power battery assembly free of charge for vehicles that have not yet received a replacement.