GWM Cannon Alpha production halted by seat component shortage

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 11 Nov, 23:44 · Archive

GWM Australia is investigating how a seat component shortage will affect supply of its flagship Cannon Alpha ute.

GWM Australia is investigating the local impact of a component shortage affecting the seats in its flagship Cannon Alpha ute. A GWM Australia spokesperson told CarExpert: 'We have been advised on a component shortage affecting the seats of the Cannon Alpha. We are working closely with our global production team to understand the impact on future supply and timing.' The shortage affects both diesel and plug-in hybrid examples of the vehicle.

According to Forbidden Gearhouse, an Australian firm that sells GWM accessories, production of the Cannon Alpha 3.0L is coming to a halt. The company claims current Australian stock may be all that is available until late March or early April 2027, with the possibility of only single-digit units arriving next month. GWM Australia says it still has stock on the ground but has not provided an exact number.

The Cannon Alpha received a new 3.0-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder powertrain in September 2026, shared with the Tank 500 large SUV. The ute does not share its front seats with any other GWM model sold in Australia. It remains unclear what specific seat component the supply interruption concerns.

GWM Cannon Alpha production halted by seat component shortage — Image: Perth Now

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GWM Cannon Alpha production hit by parts shortageGWM Australia is investigating the local impact of a component shortage affecting the seats in its flagship ute.Perth Now · 11 Nov, 23:13
GWM Cannon Alpha production hit by parts shortageGWM Australia is investigating the local impact of a component shortage affecting the seats in its flagship ute.The West Australian · 11 Nov, 23:13

In this story: GWM Australia · GWM Cannon Alpha · Forbidden Gearhouse · Tank 500

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