The Chinese government has initiated a coordinated investigation into safety concerns surrounding domestic intelligent vehicles. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) announced on Thursday that it is leading a joint task force to examine reports of brake pedal failures discovered during vehicle testing.

This investigation marks an escalation in oversight, as the MIIT has brought in the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC)—the country's primary internet watchdog—and the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) to assist in the inquiry. The involvement of the CAC suggests that the government is looking beyond mechanical hardware, potentially examining the software, data processing, or electronic systems that govern braking functions in these vehicles. While the MIIT has not named specific manufacturers, the move follows public scrutiny regarding the quality and reliability of Chinese-made smart cars. The investigation aims to verify the reported failures and determine if systemic safety risks exist within the industry.