"Seat belts that do not meet safety standards" Automobile companies Safety confirmation Hurry October 14, 18:46
Automakers using the company's products on a national investigation that a major auto parts manufacturer may have shipped seatbelts that did not meet statutory safety standards Each company is rushing to confirm that there are no safety issues, such as by asking the company to provide data.
Joyson Safety Systems Japan, which took over the business of the bankrupt airbag maker Takata, said it may have shipped seat belts that did not meet the safety standards stipulated by law at its factory in Shiga Prefecture. It became clear that it was under investigation by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.
The company's products are used by many automakers, of which Toyota Motor Co., Ltd. was contacted by the company early last month and is currently working with the company to determine its impact on vehicle safety and whether recalls are needed. On the other hand, we are requesting the provision of detailed data.
Toyota Motor Corporation commented, "We will promptly confirm the impact and take necessary measures."
In addition, we are urgently checking whether there are any problems with the safety of the cars sold by Honda and Nissan.
Joyson Safety Systems Japan says it is validating data on products shipped in the last 20 years, and the impact could be widespread depending on the results.