Why are Changan Kalam owners in Pakistan reporting busted o r failed starter motors, especially in moderately used vehicles?

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Why are Changan Kalam owners in Pakistan reporting busted o r failed starter motors, especially in moderately used vehicles?

Many users claim that the self-starter stops working unexpectedly. Is this due to weak build quality o r repeated start-stop usage in traffic?

Lubaba asked on 25 Jun 2025 17:16:02 pm

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Car Mechanic Expert - on 25 Jun 2025 17:19:45 pm

Many Kalam owners face starter motor failure within 30,000–50,000 km, which is premature. Common reasons include:

Frequent engine restarts in urban traffic stop-start stress.

Low-quality starter components o r poor motor insulation.

Inconsistent voltage supply from weak alternators o r aging batteries.

🛠️ Conclusion: The combination of traffic conditions, repeated cranking, and possibly subpar OEM part quality contributes to early failure.