Mahindra to inspect and rectify 1.08 lakh XUV700, 3,560 XUV400 cars free of cost

“Mahindra will inspect wiring loom routing in the engine bay of 1,08,306 units of XUV700 manufactured between 8th June 2021 to 28th June 2023 for a potential risk of abrasion cut of the wiring loom,” the company said in a release.

“Also, 3,560 units of XUV400 vehicles manufactured between 16th February 2023 to 5th June 2023, will be inspected for ineffective spring return action of the brake potentiometer,” it added

The inspection and subsequent rectification will be carried out free of cost for all customers, who will be individually contacted by the company. In an endeavor to ensure a hassle-free experience for its customers, the company is proactively carrying out this activity. This action is also in compliance with the voluntary code on vehicle recall, the release from Mahindra said.

Record-breaking SUV sales in July

The development comes days after Mahindra & Mahindra announced the highest-ever SUV sales in July 2023 when the company sold 36,205 vehicles with a 30% growth during the corresponding month last year.

“It has been a record-breaking month for us. We are excited to clock the highest-ever SUV domestic sales of 36,205 in a month. The XUV700 tribe grew to 1 lakh strong, in a record time of 20 months. Also in July, the Scorpio brand achieved the highest sales in a month since its launch. We continue to receive robust demand for our key brands. We will keep a close watch on the availability of semi-conductors and select parts to ensure sustained scaleup,” Veejay Nakra, President, Automotive Division, M&M Ltd said.

Updated: 18 Aug 2023, 10:20 PM IST