Initial investigations by Toyota’s international head office into its vehicles made with potentially faulty product have come back clear.
It has instigated the investigations after Japan’s Kobe Steel admitted faking inspections data on some products.
“We have been urgently investigating the impact of this matter on Toyota and Lexus vehicles,” the company says.
“We confirmed that the materials satisfy applicable statutory standards, and our own internal standard, for key safety and durability requirements for vehicles.”
The first phase of its investigation has been focused on the aluminium plates that were the subject of Kobe Steel’s initial disclosure.
The product was primarily used in the construction of bonnets, rear hatches and other components.
However, the company is now working to identify the impact on non-aluminum materials used in its vehicles.
“The safety and peace of mind of our customers are among our highest priorities, and we will continue to verify the safety of these materials based on our most stringent standards.”
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