Chery's Omoda 5 rear axle controversy is spreading internationally, with Australia becoming the latest market to announce a precautionary recall. The move follows recall action in China and South Africa, alongside earlier campaigns in Malaysia and Indonesia.
- Australia: Latest market to announce an Omoda 5 recall.
- China: 53,882 Omoda-series and Tiggo 5x vehicles covered.
- Safety concern: Potentially weak rear axle welds could compromise vehicle control.
Australia Is The Latest To Recall The Chery Omoda 5
According to CarExpert, Chery Motor Australia has initiated a precautionary recall involving selected Omoda 5 SUVs over potentially insufficient rear axle weld strength.
The relevant axle components were manufactured between 11 January and 31 December 2023. Owners will be contacted for inspections, with assemblies from the affected supplier and production batch replaced free of charge.
Chery says no related incidents have been reported in Australia, while the total number of vehicles covered by the campaign remains unconfirmed.
Chery Rear Axle Recalls: Which Countries Are Involved?
The latest Australian announcement adds to a growing list of markets where rear axle safety concerns involving the Omoda 5 or related Chery models have prompted recall action.
| Country | Models Involved | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| China | Omoda series, Tiggo 5x | 53,882 |
| South Africa | Omoda C5, Tiggo 4 | 20,193 |
| Malaysia | Omoda 5 C and H | 8,878 |
| Australia LATEST | Omoda 5 | TBC |
| Indonesia | Omoda 5 (2024 recall) | 420 |
Note: Figures represent reported recall populations, not vehicles confirmed defective. China and South Africa include additional Chery models. Indonesia's 420-vehicle figure refers to its May 2024 campaign, not a separately verified November 2026 recall. Figures are not directly comparable Omoda 5 totals.
China has the largest disclosed recall population, covering 53,882 Omoda-series and Tiggo 5x vehicles. According to CarNewsChina's report on the official recall filing, the campaign is scheduled to begin on 27 November 2026.
Meanwhile, South Africa's National Consumer Commission announcement identifies 2,685 Omoda C5 and 17,508 Tiggo 4 vehicles in rear-axle-related recalls, bringing its combined figure to 20,193.
What's Wrong With The Rear Axle?
Certain rear axle assemblies may have insufficient weld strength where the trailing arm connects to its sleeve. Under extreme conditions, the joint could fail, potentially compromising vehicle stability and control.
Important: A vehicle being recalled does not mean its axle has already failed or is confirmed defective. The issue also does not automatically apply to every Chery model or suspension variant.
Although the international campaigns involve similar rear axle concerns, the available announcements do not conclusively establish that every market is dealing with the same defective supplier batch.
Malaysia's Earlier Omoda 5 Recalls
The overseas developments follow Malaysia's October 2026 Omoda 5 rear axle incident, which led to a recall covering 8,878 vehicles. It was the model's second local rear-axle-related campaign, following a 600-vehicle exercise in 2024. For more context, read our earlier report, Chery Omoda 5 Recall: 600 Cars In 2024, 8,878 In 2026. What Changed?
How Widespread Is The Issue?
The full international recall population remains unknown, particularly with Australia yet to confirm its affected-vehicle count. It also remains unclear whether the affected assemblies across different markets originated from identical supplier batches.
What is clear is that Chery's Omoda 5 rear axle controversy has developed into a multinational recall issue, with Australia the latest market to take action.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which countries have recalled the Chery Omoda 5?
Rear-axle-related recall campaigns involving the Omoda 5 or related Chery models have been reported in Malaysia, China, South Africa and Australia. Indonesia also recalled 420 Omoda 5 vehicles in May 2024. The campaigns cover different models and production populations.
What is the Chery Omoda 5 rear axle problem?
The reported concern involves potentially insufficient weld strength in certain rear axle assemblies. Under extreme conditions, a weakened joint could fail and affect vehicle stability or control.
How many Chery vehicles are affected worldwide?
A complete worldwide figure has not been established. China has disclosed 53,882 vehicles, South Africa 20,193, Malaysia 8,878 and Indonesia previously recalled 420 in 2024. Australia's latest campaign total remains unconfirmed. These figures include different Chery models and should not be presented as a single Omoda 5-only total.
