Price wars have now taken a tax on the quality of Chinese-produced cars, with defects reported in 78% of them in the first six months of use, according to a market survey.

The 2006 China Automobile Customer Satisfaction Index (CACSI) stated major faults carry tires, air-conditioning, braking systems, locks and also steering wheels. For every 100 new cars, there were on standard 338 defects, real higher than last year's 246.