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Common Problems with the
2024 GWM Ora 03 (Funky Cat)

We've identified 3 known issues that can affect the 2024 GWM Ora 03 (Funky Cat). None are considered critical, but they're worth knowing about before you buy.

3
Known Issues
0
Serious
2
Moderate
1
Minor

The 2024 period has an average number of reported issues compared to other GWM Ora 03 (Funky Cat) year periods.

All Known Issues

12V Battery Drain

ModerateElectrics & Electronics

Many owners have reported the 12V starter battery draining unexpectedly if the car is left for a few days, leading to a "dead" car that won't start.

Most affected: All variants

Estimated cost: £0–£150Affects: 2022–2024Often appears around: Any

Typical symptoms

  • •Car completely unresponsive
  • •Key fob won't unlock doors
  • •Need to jump start from 12V battery

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Ask if the battery management software has been updated
  • ✓Check the health of the 12V battery

Charging Flap Latch Failure

ModerateBodywork & Rust

The electric release for the charging flap can fail, meaning the flap stays locked even when the car is unlocked.

Most affected: First Edition, 300, 400

Estimated cost: £100–£250Affects: 2022–2024Often appears around: Any

Typical symptoms

  • •Charging flap won't open
  • •Loud clicking when trying to open
  • •Need to use emergency release cable

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Test flap release multiple times
  • ✓Look for any misalignment of the flap
  • ✓Check emergency release accessibility

Indicator Stalk Design / Operation

MinorInterior & Trim

The indicator stalk returns to center immediately, making it difficult to "cancel" an indicator manually without accidentally triggering the opposite direction.

Most affected: All models

Estimated cost: £0 (Design trait)Affects: 2022–2024Often appears around: Any

Typical symptoms

  • •Accidentally indicating the wrong way when trying to cancel
  • •Frustration during lane changes

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Test the indicator operation during a test drive to see if it bothers you

Buying Tips for the 2024 GWM Ora 03 (Funky Cat)

  • ✓Check for the "First Edition" models which come with a very high level of standard equipment
  • ✓Test the 360-degree camera for clarity and any blind spots or stitching errors
  • ✓Ensure the "Hello Ora" voice assistant responds correctly and understands common commands
2022–2023 GWM Ora 03 (Funky Cat)

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