Recall 11V-354: 2008–2010 Kandi Coco KD08E, 2010 Kandi Coco KD18E

KANDI USA INC. recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Jul 13, 2011, covering about 595 vehicles.

NHTSA number
11V-354
Report date
Jul 13, 2011
Vehicles affected
595
Owners notified
Nov 17, 2011

The problem

Kandi is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 kdo8e vehicles manufactured from october 1, 2007, through may 1, 2011, and model year 2010 kd18e vehicles manufactured from march 3, 2010, through may 17, 2011. These vehicles were built without rear side reflectors; therefore, fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

The risk

Inappropriate, non-standard lights and reflectors could reduce visibility of vehicles increasing the potential for a crash.

The fix

Dealers will install the reflectors free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during november 2011. Owners may contact kandi at 1-909-941-4588.

Notes

Kandi safety recall no. La9/zkd.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerKANDI USA INC.
ComponentExterior Lighting › Tail Lights
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance)
NHTSA campaign number11V354000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Kandi Coco KD08E2008, 2009, 2010All years
Kandi Coco KD18E2010All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 11V-354?

Kandi is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 kdo8e vehicles manufactured from october 1, 2007, through may 1, 2011, and model year 2010 kd18e vehicles manufactured from march 3, 2010, through may 17, 2011. These vehicles were built without rear side reflectors; therefore, fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

How is recall 11V-354 fixed?

Dealers will install the reflectors free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during november 2011. Owners may contact kandi at 1-909-941-4588.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.