Recall 11V354 affects 595 2008-2010 Kandi Coco KD08E and KD18E vehicles for missing rear side reflectors. Repair is free at any franchised Kandi Coco dealer.
Kandi Coco is recalling 595 2008-2010 KD08E and KD18E vehicles because they were built without rear side reflectors required by federal lighting rules. Missing reflectors can make the vehicles harder to see and increase crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The rear side reflector on a 2008-2010 Kandi Coco KD08E or KD18E is a passive lighting part. It does not turn on like a bulb. Its job is to reflect another vehicle's headlights back toward the driver, so the side and rear edge of the vehicle are easier to see in dark or low-light conditions.
On the recalled vehicles, the rear side reflectors were left off when the vehicles were built. The lamps themselves are not the reported defect. The problem is that the vehicle lacks the reflector hardware required under Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108 for lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
There is no warning sign before failure. Because the reflector was never installed, the condition is present whenever the vehicle is used, and an owner will not get a dashboard light or other automatic alert for it.
Who's affected?
Covers KD08E and KD18E across the 2008, 2009, and 2010 model years. Both models list tail lights as the affected component.
| 2009 Kandi Coco KD08E | Tail lights |
|---|---|
| 2010 Kandi Coco KD08E | Tail lights |
| 2010 Kandi Coco KD18E | Tail lights |
| 2008 Kandi Coco KD08E | Tail lights |
| Units affected | 595 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
Nonstandard lights and reflectors can make 2008-2010 Kandi Coco KD08E and KD18E vehicles harder for other drivers to see, which increases crash risk. Use extra caution in low light or traffic and arrange the recall work with the dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Kandi Coco dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2008-2010 Kandi Coco KD08E or KD18E is included in this recall.
- Use the Kandi Coco owner notice mailed on November 17, 2011, or call Kandi Coco customer service before arranging service.
- Reference recall number 11V354 when you contact the dealer or customer service.
- Schedule the free rear side reflector installation that improves rear-side visibility.
- Drive with extra care until the reflector repair is complete, especially in low light or traffic.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Kandi Coco technician installs the rear side reflectors that were missing from the affected KD08E and KD18E vehicles. The work addresses the reflector equipment issue described in campaign 11V354. The remedy path is the reflector installation, but this page does not list the final repair as open for scheduling. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall.
Timeline
| July 13, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 17, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V354?
Recall 11V354 covers 595 2008-2010 Kandi Coco KD08E and KD18E vehicles built without rear side reflectors. The missing reflectors can reduce vehicle visibility and increase crash risk. Dealers will install the required reflectors for free.
What should I do if my 2008-2010 Kandi Coco KD08E or KD18E is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 11V354. If it is, contact a franchised Kandi Coco dealer and ask for the rear side reflector installation. Reference recall number 11V354 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the recall remedy says dealers will install the rear side reflectors free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included vehicles.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced visibility from missing rear side reflectors. Recall 11V354 says non-standard lights and reflectors can make the vehicle harder for other drivers to see, increasing crash risk. The dealer fix is the free installation of the required reflectors.
What if I bought my Kandi Coco used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your KD08E or KD18E is included, then call a franchised Kandi Coco dealer with recall number 11V354.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V354000 |
|---|---|
| Kandi Coco customer service | 1-909-941-4588 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V354 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V354000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →