Malaysia suspends Chery Omoda 5 VTA and orders recall over detached rear axle

Malaysia's Road Transport Department (JPJ) has temporarily suspended the Vehicle Type Approval (VTA) for the Chery Omoda 5 and halted new registrations after a second rear axle detachment. Chery Malaysia must recall affected vehicles and undergo a technical audit of production and component suppliers.

• JPJ suspended the Omoda 5 VTA and new registrations pending investigation
• This is the second rear axle incident in Malaysia after April 2024
• The 2024 recall covered 600 vehicles due to a supplier welding calibration fault
• The audit covers GMP, quality control, welding and rear axle suppliers