Xiaomi is recalling approximately 117,000 SU7 electric vehicles manufactured in China due to flaws in its driver assistance software. The recall covers Standard Edition models manufactured between February 6, 2024, and August 30, 2025.
Safety risk revealed in Xiaomi SU7
According to a report by China’s State Administration of Market Regulation, the advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) fails to correctly recognize certain road scenarios, fails to warn the driver in a timely manner, or reacts incorrectly. This can lead to accidents if the driver fails to act quickly.
Xiaomi plans to address the issue with a free, over-the-air software update. The company announced on social media that its SU7 and YU7 SUV models will be upgraded to the latest Xiaomi HyperOS 1.10.0 system. Since its launch in March 2024, the SU7 has sold approximately 340,000 units in China and is available in Sedan, Standard, Pro, and Max trim levels.
The security vulnerability in Xiaomi’s autonomous driving system came to public attention in March with the fatal accident in which three people died when the Standard SU7 model crashed into a highway barrier. This accident is cited as the primary reason for the recall and software update.
The recall decision once again underscored the criticality of software-related safety issues in the automotive industry. With the widespread adoption of electric and autonomous vehicle technologies, software updates and cybersecurity measures are vital for manufacturers.
Xiaomi’s move is part of an increasing industry-wide focus on preventing similar issues and maintaining user trust. What are your thoughts on this? Share your thoughts with us in the comments section below.
