Chery Fengyun X3L SUV crashes through guardrail at Tianmen Mountain during marketing stunt
[PROPERTY DAMAGE]Nov 12, 2025 · Chery Automobile · AiMOGA (Mornine) · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Failure Mode
PROPERTY DAMAGE
Event Date
Nov 12, 2025
Primary Entity
Chery Automobile
Robotic Platform
AiMOGA (Mornine)
Jurisdiction / Location
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
On November 12, 2025, a Chery Fengyun X3L SUV being filmed for a promotional video at Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park in Zhangjiajie lost momentum while ascending the famous 999 steps to Heaven's Gate, rolled backward, and crashed into a protective guardrail. The vehicle was stuck on the steps for two hours, and the staircase was closed to visitors for two days.
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Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
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https://www.newsweek.com/chinese-car-attempts-drive-up-heavens-gate-crashes-guardrail-11048391
https://www.newsweek.com/chinese-car-attempts-drive-up-heavens-gate-crashes-guardrail-11048391
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Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in Chery Fengyun X3L SUV crashes through guardrail at Tianmen Mountain during marketing stunt?
On November 12, 2025, a Chery Fengyun X3L SUV being filmed for a promotional video at Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park in Zhangjiajie lost momentum while ascending the famous 999 steps to Heaven's Gate, rolled backward, and crashed into a protective guardrail. The vehicle was stuck on the steps for two hours, and the staircase was closed to visitors for two days. Chery issued a public apology, citing insufficient risk assessment. No personal injuries were reported.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on November 12, 2025 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in Chery Fengyun X3L SUV crashes through guardrail at Tianmen Mountain during marketing stunt?
AiMOGA (Mornine) by Chery Automobile is the recorded robot involved in this incident at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Has anyone responded to Chery Fengyun X3L SUV crashes through guardrail at Tianmen Mountain during marketing stunt?
No responses to this incident are recorded on the DEPLOY registry. Operators, manufacturers, or affected parties can submit responses to the editorial team; absence is not a guarantee no response was issued.
What is the current status of Chery Fengyun X3L SUV crashes through guardrail at Tianmen Mountain during marketing stunt?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.