The Chery recall in South Africa covers 20,193 selected Tiggo 4 Pro and OMODA C5 vehicles. Chery Group South Africa announced the precautionary campaign on 10 November 2026 to inspect rear axles and replace them where necessary, free of charge.
The campaign involves vehicles produced between 6 June 2022 and 31 December 2023 that may have received a rear axle from an identified production batch.
Chery emphasises that inclusion in the recall does not mean every vehicle has a defective rear axle. The campaign aims to ensure that all potentially affected vehicles are checked.
Which Vehicles Are Included in the Chery Recall?
According to Chery Group South Africa, the campaign includes 17,508 Chery Tiggo 4 Pro vehicles and 2,685 OMODA C5 vehicles.
The company says the affected models are no longer being produced. Current models on sale in South Africa are not part of the affected batch.
However, owners should confirm their vehicle’s individual recall status using its Vehicle Identification Number, or VIN. The model name alone does not establish whether a particular vehicle is included.
Why Are the Vehicles Being Recalled?
The Chery recall relates to a rear axle manufacturing issue that may affect the weld between the rear axle trailing arm and sleeve on some vehicles.
In extreme and rare circumstances, Chery says this weld could fail and separate. This could affect wheel control and increase the risk of an accident.
The campaign therefore covers vehicles that may have been fitted with an axle from the identified production batch. Authorised dealers will inspect these vehicles to determine whether a replacement is necessary.
Being included in the campaign does not confirm that a vehicle has the fault. It means the vehicle falls within the group identified for precautionary inspection.
Free Inspections and Rear Axle Replacements
All inspections and recall-related repairs will be carried out at no cost to customers.
Vehicles included in the campaign will be inspected by an authorised Chery or OMODA dealer. Where necessary, the complete rear axle will be replaced.
Chery says replacement parts are already available in South Africa and repairs will be prioritised.
The company also says owners of potentially affected vehicles will receive a message advising them to contact or visit their nearest authorised dealer to arrange an inspection.
How to Check Your Chery Recall Status
Owners can check whether their vehicle is included by entering its VIN through the channels identified in Chery’s announcement.
For Tiggo 4 Pro owners, the company directs customers to the Chery South Africa Owners Area. OMODA C5 owners can use the OMODA VIN checker.
To check your vehicle:
- Have your vehicle’s VIN ready.
- Visit the relevant brand’s owner support page.
- Enter the VIN into the recall checker and follow the instructions.
- Contact an authorised dealer if your vehicle is identified as potentially affected.
Owners who cannot access the checker or need help interpreting their result should contact their nearest authorised dealership.
What Owners Should Do Next
Owners of vehicles included in the Chery recall should arrange an inspection with an authorised dealer. The dealer will assess the rear axle and replace it if required under the campaign.
Customers do not need to assume that a replacement is necessary simply because their vehicle appears in the recall. The inspection will determine the appropriate action.
Chery’s announcement confirms that both the inspection and any required recall-related repairs are free. Owners requiring further assistance can contact their nearest authorised Chery or OMODA dealer.
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