Chery Tiggo 8 recalled over potential brake issue

Chinese carmaker Chery has announced it is recalling selected versions of its Tiggo 8 mid-size SUV over a potential braking issue. 

The notice impacts Tiggo 8s over the 2023–’26 model years. The Tiggo 8 was introduced locally late last year.

A Chery Australia and New Zealand representative confirmed to CarExpert NZ that 110 vehicles have been affected by the recall. 

According to the notice, the Tiggo 8’s brake pipe is potentially vulnerable to damage over time because it can chafe against the SUV’s internal combustion engine. 

“Chery Automobile has identified that due to a manufacturing installation issue a brake pipe, which is located in the engine bay, may chafe against the engine and become damaged,” reads the notice.

“Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Chery in writing asking them to schedule an appointment with their local dealership to have the vehicle inspected and repair work carried out, free of charge,” it adds.

Initially launched in New Zealand solely as a high-grade Ultimate plug-in hybrid, the 7-seater Tiggo 8 switched to solely internal combustion engine propulsion earlier this year. 

The switch included a price drop. Having previously been offered in a single $51,990 spec, the Tiggo 8 is now priced at $39,990 plus on-road costs for the entry-level Urban spec, and $44,990 for the Ultimate.