BYD Atto 3 Rust Issues Down Under — BYD Responds Promptly - CleanTechnica

The article discusses emerging rust issues reported by some owners of the BYD Atto 3 electric vehicle in Australia and New Zealand, despite the brand’s rapid growth and general customer satisfaction in the region. A Facebook post by an Australian owner highlighted rust bubbling through the paint on a relatively new Atto 3, sparking a discussion among owners. While most expressed no rust problems and praised the vehicle’s durability—even those living near the ocean—some attributed the rust to poor metal preparation before painting or paint damage from stone chips and other minor abrasions. One owner shared that BYD repaired a rust spot under warranty, though the approval process took some time. In New Zealand, a similar rust issue appeared on door panels without obvious paint damage, prompting BYD to respond promptly by coordinating a warranty claim and covering an extensive repainting job estimated at NZ$7,000 (US$4,157). The country manager acknowledged that some early production batches had suboptimal metal preparation but reassured customers with a