Discover why Sunwoda denies any fault in the Volvo EX30 recall and what it means for EV owners. Read the full story now.
On January 14, Sunwoda Electronic’s chairman, Wang Wei, publicly refuted rumours linking the Chinese battery maker to the worldwide recall of Volvo’s compact electric SUV, the EX30.
Background of the Recall
Volvo announced a global recall of more than 33,700 EX30 vehicles after reports of battery‑related fires, urging owners to limit charging to 70% until the issue is resolved.
Sunwoda’s Response
In an interview with Jiupai News, Wang Wei stressed that Sunwoda does not supply the complete battery packs used in the EX30. ‘The battery packs are sourced from factories that are part of Volvo’s own supply chain, not directly from Sunwoda,’ he said.
Who Actually Supplies the Battery Pack?
The lithium‑ion cells themselves are produced by Shandong Geely Sunwoda, a joint venture between Geely and Sunwoda in which Sunwoda holds a 30 % minority stake. After the cells are manufactured, they are handed over to Volvo’s designated pack integrator, where they are assembled into full battery packs before being installed in the vehicle.
The Role of Geely’s Viridi E‑Mobility
According to a report from CarnewsChina, the design of the battery pack, the Battery Management System (BMS), thermal‑management hardware and the enclosure are all handled by Viridi E‑Mobility Technology, a subsidiary owned by Geely. This means the critical safety components are outside Sunwoda’s direct control.
Legal Clash and Industry Tension
Wang’s statement also comes as Viridi has filed a lawsuit against Sunwoda, seeking damages of roughly US$323 million for alleged quality defects in battery cells produced between 2021 and 2023. Sunwoda argues that blaming the cell supplier alone is misplaced when the BMS and thermal design are managed by Geely’s own subsidiary.
Impact on Volvo Customers
For now, EV owners remain the ones most affected, forced to charge only up to 70 % to mitigate fire risk. The debate over responsibility for the overheating cells that sparked a fire in Brazil in November 2025 is expected to continue as technical evidence from both sides emerges.
The dispute highlights the complex supply‑chain web behind modern electric vehicles and raises fresh questions about accountability when safety issues arise.