Great Wall Motors (GWM) has issued a recall for 2458 Cannon Alpha vehicles built between 2023 and 2025. The recall affects all variants including Diesel, HEV and PHEV.

The issue stems from a manufacturing defect in the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) wiring harness. In some cases, the harness can contact the driveshaft, potentially causing sudden loss of power steering or an unexpected engine shutdown while driving. Both scenarios pose a serious safety risk.

GWM is urging affected owners to contact their authorised dealership immediately for a free repair. If a loss of power steering or engine shutdown occurs while driving, the company advises pulling over safely and arranging for the vehicle to be towed to the nearest service centre.

The five-star-safety-rated Cannon Alpha is a premium dual-cab ute that blends luxury, safety, and off-road capability. It is offered in four variants – Lux, Ultra, Ultra Hybrid, and Ultra Plug-in Hybrid – and caters to both diesel and hybrid buyers.

Engine options include a 2.4L turbo-diesel producing 145kW and 480Nm, a 2.0L turbo-petrol hybrid, and a plug-in hybrid with an electric-only range of up to 115km. Inside, the Cannon Alpha features a 14.6-inch touchscreen, Nappa leather seats, and a full suite of driver-assistance technologies. Off-road performance is supported by front and rear locking differentials.

GWM provides a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, with the PHEV high-voltage battery covered for eight years. Capped-price servicing is offered every 10,000km or 12 months, starting with a first service at 5000km or six months.

In Australia, pricing starts at around $49,990 for the Lux diesel 4×4, rising to $55,990 for the Ultra diesel, $62,990 for the Ultra hybrid, and approximately $68,169 for the Ultra plug-in hybrid (PHEV).

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