DFAC(SH:600006) 新浪财经·2026-02-08 08:00Core Viewpoint - The article discusses a serious safety incident involving the Dongfeng Yipai 007, where hidden door handles failed to open during a fire, resulting in one death and three injuries. The company’s response has been criticized for not addressing the door handle issue directly [4][6][10]. Group 1: Incident Details - A video showed a Dongfeng Yipai 007 catching fire after a collision, with passengers unable to open the rear doors from the outside, leading to a tragic outcome [4][6]. - The official statement from Dongfeng Yipai claimed the accident occurred on March 19, 2025, and was due to a high-speed collision with a truck, but did not address the door handle issue [4][6][8]. Group 2: Company Response and Safety Features - Dongfeng Yipai's customer service explained that the 2024 Yipai 007 features a mechanical interior door handle and an electric hidden exterior handle, which does not pop out during a collision for safety reasons [8][9]. - The company has stated that future models will include electric release doors with mechanical backup options, but there is currently no announcement regarding changes to the hidden door handle design [9]. Group 3: Sales and Brand Impact - Dongfeng Yipai has struggled with low sales, with monthly figures hovering around 5,000 units in 2025, dropping to about 3,000 in November and December [11][13]. - In August 2025, Dongfeng integrated its brands to form Dongfeng Yipai Technology, which saw a significant sales increase, with 2025 total sales reaching 275,000 units, a 28% growth [13][15]. - The recent safety incident may negatively impact Dongfeng Yipai's brand image and sales, despite previous improvements in performance [10][16].