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Chery disputes viral video claims of defective parts in car damage
Chinese automaker Chery Auto Malaysia has attributed damage to a vehicle captured in viral social media footage to a collision rather than manufacturing defects. The company moved to address online speculation following the incident on the North-South Expressway.
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Chery Auto Malaysia has pushed back against claims circulating on social media that a damaged vehicle displayed faulty manufacturing, instead attributing the incident to a collision. Images showing a wheel detached and bumper damage from a car on the North-South Expressway (NKVE) sparked online discussion about potential quality control issues with the Chinese automaker's vehicles. The company responded by clarifying that the damage resulted from an accident rather than defective parts or assembly problems. This marks the latest instance of a vehicle manufacturer responding to viral content questioning vehicle safety and durability. Chery Auto Malaysia did not provide additional details regarding the specific circumstances of the collision or whether the vehicle occupants sustained injuries.