Forthing recalls 263 electric SUVs over power cable defect

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 21 Oct, 22:02 · Archive

Forthing Australia is recalling 263 examples of its Forthing Electric SUV due to a manufacturing defect that could cause loss of drive.

Forthing Australia is recalling 263 examples of the Forthing Electric SUV, produced in 2026, to address a manufacturing defect in the drive motor's high-voltage power cable.

According to the company's recall notice, the cable may rub against its mounting bracket during normal vehicle operation and become damaged, potentially resulting in a loss of motive power while driving. Forthing states that such a loss of motive power increases the risk of accident and serious injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.

Forthing Australia will contact affected owners to arrange free inspection and repair at authorised dealers. The Forthing Electric was previously known as the Taikon 5 before the model was renamed following legal action by German carmakers Porsche and Volkswagen over the name. The range-extender version, renamed Forthing Range Extender Hybrid, is not included in this recall.

How it is being reported

• Forthing Electric SUV recalledForthing Australia is recalling 263 examples of its electric mid-size SUV, due to an issue which could cause a loss of drive.Perth Now · 21 Oct, 21:35
• Forthing Electric SUV recalledForthing Australia is recalling 263 examples of its electric mid-size SUV, due to an issue which could cause a loss of drive.The West Australian · 21 Oct, 21:35

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