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BYD Shark 6 recalled over spare-wheel defect

BYD Australia has recalled 32,009 Shark 6 ute variants over a spare-wheel defect that could allow the wheel to detach while driving.

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Recall issued

BYD Australia has recalled 32,009 Shark 6 plug-in hybrid utes in Australia over a spare-wheel defect. The official recall notice lists the affected vehicles as Shark 6 models from the 2024 to 2026 year range, covering all variants within the model. 1213

The recall notice says a manufacturing defect may mean the spare wheel tray or lifter was incorrectly positioned. That can cause the support cable to wear and fracture, which may allow the spare wheel to detach from the vehicle while driving. 12

Safety response

The recall notice says the hazard could increase the risk of an accident and cause injury or death to other road users, bystanders or property damage. BYD is asking owners of affected vehicles to contact their preferred dealer to arrange the repair free of charge, and the company has also advised owners to remove the spare wheel until the work is completed. 12139

The recall is listed under number REC-006728, with campaign number APRA2609H0001S, and the responsible regulator is the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts. 12

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