Brand-New Mahindra XUV3XO, Smoke From Engine Bay: Video

Imagine buying a brand new car and a cloud of smoke erupts from the engine bay the next day; Mahindra XUV3XO smoke from the engine bay.

Mahindra & Mahindra launched the XUV3XO in April and the deliveries started in May 2024. The initial lot of Mahindra SUVs is usually ridden with minor niggles and we have come across a few such examples of the XUV3XO where owners are facing issues with the working of the infotainment system. In a very interesting case, we have come across a video on YouTube where the owner of the XUV3XO Diesel AMT variant reported smoke coming out from the engine bay. Let’s address the Mahindra XUV3XO smoke from the engine bay issue.

Also Read: Tata Punch EV Scores 5 Stars In Bharat NCAP: Affordable Safe EV – OPAV Autos

Mahindra XUV3XO Smoke From Engine Bay: The Cause Analysis

As per the details shared by the owner of the XUV3XO in the video, we can clearly spot a white-coloured smoke coming out from the upper air dam located just below the grille. Reportedly, the car in this video is a brand new AX5 Diesel AMT variant and the owner was taking the SUV for its first long spin. In the second half of the short video, we can again see the slight amount of smoke coming out from the engine bay with the hood open. Also, the MID indicates that the DFP (Diesel Particulate Filter) is clogged and this can be the root cause of the issue.

Mahindra XUV3XO Smoke From Engine Bay: RSA Experience

Post the issue, the RSA was immediately informed about the issue and as per the owner, it took a good 3 hours for the flatbed to arrive.

Only the mid-spec trims are being delivered as of now which include the MX3, MX3 Pro, AX5 and AX5 L while the entry-level variants like the MX1 and the top-spec AX7 and AX7 L are yet to be delivered to the customers. As per our sources, the waiting period for the entry-level variants has gone up to 6-7 months, however, there will be a slow post the initial bookings are settled.

Editor-in-Chief