Toyota Motor Corp has reported additional cases of cheating on certification tests for new models required by the Japanese government, expanding on previous acknowledgments. The latest report reveals that Toyota failed to conduct proper certification on seven models, including the Camry sedan and RAV 4 SUV, involving tests on pedestrian protection, side collisions, and steering impact. Despite the misconduct, Toyota assures the public that there are no safety concerns and no action is needed by vehicle owners. Overseas production remains unaffected.
Following an apology from Toyota’s chairman, Akio Toyoda, in June for testing irregularities on six models, the company is now addressing issues with certification operations. An internal investigation is underway to correct the problem. The fraudulent testing involved the use of inadequate data in collision tests and false results in engine power tests. Similar fraudulent tests were also found at Mazda, Honda, Hino Motors, and Daihatsu Motor.
Toyota has informed the government of the latest findings and is committed to rectifying its corporate culture and work practices. Production of certain models has been suspended since June but is set to resume in September once compliance is confirmed by the transport ministry.
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