NHTSA Recall 11V354000: Tail lights (exterior lighting)
KANDI USA INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 595 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Kandi Coco KD08E.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V354000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | LA9/ZKD |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TAIL LIGHTS |
| Report received | July 13, 2011 |
| Owner notification | November 17, 2011 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance |
Defect
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."
Safety risk
Inappropriate, non-standard lights and reflectors could reduce visibility of vehicles increasing the potential for a crash.
Remedy
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> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V354000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.