Li Auto Warns of Fake ‘Airbag Recall’ Scam Text Messages

The scam exploits the trust owners place in safety-critical recall notices, using urgency and warranty threats to push victims toward a fraudulent link. It is a reminder that impersonation risk scales with a brand's installed base, and that recall communications are an attractive vector because recipients are conditioned to act quickly. The open question is whether Li Auto or regulators move to formalize verification channels for recall notices, and whether similar campaigns target other automakers.