Xpeng is recalling 33,473 X9 electric multi-purpose vehicles (MPVs) in China after identifying a defect in the front air suspension system that could lead to air leaks and, in rare cases, affect vehicle handling.
According to a notice issued by China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR), the recall will begin on August 28 and covers X9 vehicles manufactured between August 8, 2023, and August 11, 2025.
Air Spring Issue Prompts Recall
The regulator said certain vehicles included in the recall may have reduced airtightness in their front air springs due to variations in the manufacturing process.
Over extended use in hot and humid conditions, the affected air springs may gradually lose pressure, causing warning lights and system alerts to appear.
In extreme cases, the air leakage could affect the vehicle’s handling characteristics and increase safety risks while driving.
To address the issue, Xpeng will replace the front air spring strut assemblies with improved components at no cost to owners. The company noted that some vehicles have already received the updated parts and will not require additional repairs.
Recall Follows Customer Complaints
The recall comes shortly after Xpeng publicly acknowledged problems affecting some X9 owners.
On July 16, the company apologized after reports emerged that a number of vehicles experienced front air spring failures under high-temperature conditions.
“We have noticed that some X9 users encountered air spring failures in extreme scenarios such as high temperatures, and express our deep apologies.”
At the same time, Xpeng announced an extended warranty covering the X9’s front air suspension system for eight years or 160,000 kilometers.
The warranty applies to major suspension-related components, including the front air spring strut assemblies, air supply unit, solenoid valve box and air tank, and remains valid even if the vehicle changes ownership.
Reports Surfaced During Heatwave
The issue drew attention after several X9 owners in Chongqing reported air suspension failures during a period of extreme summer temperatures approaching 40 degrees Celsius.
According to customer reports, some vehicles experienced air leaks that caused one side—or in some cases the entire vehicle—to sag, leaving certain vehicles unable to continue driving normally.
Following Xpeng’s public apology, some customers questioned why the company had not immediately initiated a formal recall for what they described as a recurring issue.
The recall announced by SAMR addresses those concerns and establishes a nationwide repair program for affected vehicles.
The X9, Xpeng’s flagship MPV, was first introduced in January 2024 as a battery-electric model. The company expanded the lineup with an extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) version in November 2025, followed by the launch of the 2026 battery-electric model earlier this year with a starting price of 359,800 yuan.