Toyota Motor Co. Halts Shipments of Six Car Models in Southeast Asia Due to Safety Scandal
Toyota Motor Co. has halted shipments of six car models in some Southeast Asian countries as its subsidiary Daihatsu Motor Co. faces a widening safety scandal, according to the Yomiuri newspaper.
The affected models are those that Daihatsu had a part in developing, including Veloz and Avanza. Shipments in Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Cambodia have been halted as a result of the safety concerns.
The move comes as Daihatsu Motor Co. is under increasing scrutiny for its involvement in a safety scandal, although specific details about the nature of the safety issues were not immediately available.
The halt in shipments is seen as a proactive measure on the part of Toyota Motor Co. to address potential safety concerns and ensure the well-being of consumers in the affected Southeast Asian countries.
It is unclear when shipments of the affected models will resume, as Daihatsu Motor Co. works to address any safety issues and regain the trust of consumers in the region. Toyota Motor Co. has yet to make an official statement regarding the situation.
The safety scandal and subsequent halt in shipments serve as a reminder of the importance of prioritizing consumer safety in the automotive industry. As more information becomes available, consumers and industry experts will be closely monitoring the situation to ensure that appropriate measures are taken to address any safety concerns.