CRRC Dalian Co., Ltd. controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
2015
Manila 8MLB vehicle controversy
CRRC Dalian’s 8MLB light-rail vehicles for Manila MRT Line 3 faced controversy concerning vehicle weight, compatibility with the existing system, and contractual restrictions involving Philippine government authorities, Sumitomo Corporation, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, and the TESP consortium. The vehicles were stored for approximately ten years before technical audits and safety checks preceded their reported entry into regular service in 2025.