Chery OMODA 5 owners now have an official recall announcement to act on, following last week's rear axle detachment incident in Johor Bahru. But while the recall is confirmed, several important questions remain unanswered.
On 11 October 2026, Chery Auto Malaysia announced a recall campaign involving affected OMODA 5 C and H variants. The announcement came as the Road Transport Department (JPJ) temporarily suspended the relevant Vehicle Type Approval (VTA) and new registrations pending further investigations.
For existing owners, the immediate priority is to establish whether their vehicle is involved and arrange the necessary checks. Here's what's confirmed, what remains unclear and what owners should do next.
TL;DR: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Recall confirmed: Chery Malaysia has announced a recall campaign for affected OMODA 5 C and H variants.
- JPJ intervention: Relevant vehicle approvals and new registrations have been temporarily suspended pending investigations.
- Free inspections: Affected vehicles will receive inspections and necessary component replacements at no cost.
- Cause unconfirmed: Authorities have not established whether the latest incident is connected to the 2024 axle issue.
- Owner action: Check your VIN through Chery Malaysia's official website .
What's Confirmed About The Chery OMODA 5 Recall?
Chery Malaysia has confirmed that its latest recall campaign covers affected OMODA 5 C and H variants.
According to the company, vehicles identified under the campaign will undergo comprehensive inspections, with the relevant component replaced where necessary. All inspections and required follow-up work will be carried out free of charge.
Chery Auto Malaysia's official announcement
Chery also encourages OMODA 5 owners who want additional reassurance to visit an authorised service centre, even if they have not yet established whether their vehicle is affected.
Importantly, the company states that current-production models are not affected by this recall campaign. However, this does not mean every previously sold OMODA 5 is automatically involved. The recall applies to vehicles identified as affected.
Chery has not disclosed the total number of vehicles involved in its latest announcement.
Own An OMODA 5? Here's How To Check Your VIN
Rather than guessing based on your vehicle's age or variant, the most useful step is to check its Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) through Chery Malaysia's official website.
OFFICIAL RECALL CHECK
Own A Chery OMODA 5?
Check whether your vehicle is affected by the recall campaign using Chery Malaysia's official VIN checker.
Chery Careline: 03-9388 0888
Inspections and necessary corrective work for affected vehicles will be carried out free of charge.
Enter your VIN using uppercase letters, as instructed on the website. The system will indicate whether your vehicle is subject to a product update.
If your vehicle is affected, arrange an appointment with an authorised Chery service centre for the necessary inspection and corrective work.
Not sure where to find your VIN? Chery lists several locations, including the dashboard area visible through the front windscreen, under the driver's seat, the bonnet area and the rear door area.
The company also provides a VIN-location guide on its official product update page .
Why Has JPJ Suspended OMODA 5 Registrations?
JPJ's intervention goes beyond the recall itself.
Following the incident in Johor Bahru, the department announced a temporary suspension of the relevant OMODA 5 VTA, together with a halt to new registrations while technical investigations are conducted.
JPJ announced a temporary suspension of the relevant OMODA 5 VTA
According to JPJ director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli, the measure is precautionary and targeted at models and variants potentially affected by the safety concern.
Chery has also been instructed to identify potentially affected vehicles using component numbers, production batches, VINs and other technical information.
Meanwhile, JPJ is conducting an audit covering the OMODA 5's production and assembly processes, relevant axle component suppliers, quality control procedures and welding inspections.
The suspension will only be lifted once the necessary corrective and preventive measures have been implemented and JPJ is satisfied that the identified safety risks have been adequately addressed.
IMPORTANT DISTINCTION
JPJ's temporary suspension concerns vehicle approval and new registrations. Its announcement does not impose a blanket prohibition on existing OMODA 5 owners driving their vehicles. However, this should not be interpreted as a safety clearance for every individual car.
Is This Connected To The 2024 OMODA 5 Rear Axle Issue?
This is probably the biggest unanswered question. As Carz previously reported , the latest incident involved an OMODA 5 whose rear axle assembly became detached in Johor Bahru.
It also brought renewed attention to a similar incident in 2024, which prompted Chery Malaysia to inspect a wider group of vehicles.
At the time, Chery traced the earlier issue to an equipment calibration problem at a component supplier. The company identified 60 vehicles fitted with affected components and expanded its precautionary campaign to cover 600 OMODA 5 units.
However, the technical cause of the latest incident has not yet been publicly established. Although both incidents involve the OMODA 5's rear axle, that alone does not prove they share the same underlying defect.
JPJ's ongoing investigation, including its examination of component suppliers and welding procedures, should help establish what happened this time.
Until those findings are available, any direct connection to the 2024 issue remains unconfirmed.
What's Still Unclear?
Despite the recall announcement and JPJ's intervention, several details have yet to be established publicly.
How many vehicles are affected? Chery has identified the C and H variants in its announcement, but has not disclosed the total recall population or specific production batches.
Which component will be replaced? The company has referred to inspections and component replacements where necessary, without specifying the exact replacement component in its latest statement.
Is the latest incident linked to the 2024 problem? This remains unconfirmed pending the technical investigation.
When will JPJ lift the suspension? No specific date has been announced. The department says the restrictions will remain until the necessary safety measures have been completed and verified.
These are important distinctions, particularly for owners trying to determine whether their vehicles are affected and what action they should take.
What Should OMODA 5 Owners Do Now?
For now, the most practical step is to check your VIN through Chery Malaysia's official product update website .
If your vehicle is identified as affected, contact an authorised service centre to arrange the necessary inspection and corrective work.
Even if your vehicle does not appear in the recall results, owners with concerns can contact Chery directly for clarification.
If you notice unusual noises, instability or anything suggesting a possible suspension problem, avoid continuing to drive the vehicle until it has been professionally assessed.
The key takeaway is straightforward: the recall is confirmed, but the investigation is still ongoing. Until JPJ and Chery provide further technical findings, owners should rely on official vehicle-specific guidance rather than assumptions about which cars are safe or affected.
Chery OMODA 5 Recall: Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which Chery OMODA 5 variants are affected?
Chery Malaysia has announced a recall campaign involving affected OMODA 5 C and H variants. Owners should check their VIN through the official Chery Malaysia website to confirm whether their specific vehicle is included.
2. Will affected owners have to pay for repairs?
No. Chery Malaysia says affected vehicles will receive comprehensive inspections and any necessary component replacements free of charge.
3. Can existing OMODA 5 owners still drive their vehicles?
JPJ's announced suspension concerns the relevant vehicle approval and new registrations, rather than a blanket prohibition on existing owners driving. However, owners should check their VIN and contact Chery for vehicle-specific safety guidance, particularly if they notice unusual symptoms.
4. Is the latest recall related to the 2024 rear axle issue?
That has not been confirmed. Although both incidents involve the OMODA 5's rear axle, the technical cause of the latest incident remains under investigation.
Check Your OMODA 5 Recall Status
Visit Chery Malaysia's official VIN checker or contact Chery Careline at 03-9388 0888 for assistance.
