Toyota announces the suspension of sales and deliveries of the Toyota Yaris ATIV in Thailand temporarily : PPTVHD36

On April 29, 2023, Toyota Motor Thailand issued a statement explaining In case Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) has been notified of indications of incomplete side impact test preparation (UN R95) by Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd. (Daihatsu ) of the Toyota Yaris Ativ produced at two Toyota plants in Asia. Both Toyota and Daihatsu held a press conference on April 28, 2023.

Found a modification of the crash test results of 4 car models, affecting the Toyota Yaris ATIV in Thailand.

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Although Daihatsu is responsible for the development of the body and oversees the approval process for the Yaris Ativ, Toyota’s Asia headquarters are deeply sorry. That causes inconvenience and uneasiness that may occur to customers. the dealer and all those involved who own this model car

In this regard, we would like to clarify for you understanding of the situation. As well as our future plans After finding indications of the incompleteness of the test preparations, Toyota consulted with Daihatsu and temporarily halted vehicle deliveries to market segments with test regulations. Side impact UN-R95

In addition, Daihatsu has consulted with inspection and certification bodies. To carry out an internal UN-R95 side crash test with Yaris Ativ commercially manufactured parts and confirm that all UN-R95 requirements are met.

After reporting the test results It was concluded that for current car There is no need to take any corrections, which the company confirms that customers can continue to use your car as usual.

In addition, on April 28, the past The company has again arranged a side crash test in front of the testing agency. which is approved as meeting UN-R95 requirements.

For Thailand, it is necessary to double-check in Japan according to the witness testing requirements, so it is necessary to temporarily halt delivery and sales. After this, the company will accelerate the delivery of vehicles as soon as possible. Under the guidance and examination approved by the relevant authorities.

on the cause of the incompleteness in the test preparation process Still under investigation, however, the company apologizes very much to customers and those involved. including those who trust in the Toyota brand

Akio Toyoda, Chairman of the Board Toyota Motor Corporation Co., Ltd. said the incident was related to safety. which is the most important thing in automobile production We sincerely apologize to our worldwide customers and all stakeholders for the inconvenience and discomfort.

However, the problem is related to the Toyota brand’s personal buses, so it’s not just Daihatsu’s problem. which we will begin to examine in detail. and gather facts to understand the situation and know the real cause of the problem We will also work diligently to prevent further mistakes from occurring. In addition, we will promptly disclose the facts we find during the investigation process to the public.