Re-tests clear 2023 Toyota Vios from safety issues; UMWT to issue no recalls, continues sales of the model
Sanjay · May 1, 2023 12:23 PM
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UMW Toyota Motor announced that the sales of the all-new 2023 Toyota ViosAC100 will continue as there are no issues with the safety standards and quality of the vehicle, the company announced after re-tests.
President of UMW Toyota Motor, Datuk Ravindran K. said, “For customers who have booked their all-new Toyota Vios or are interested in purchasing it, we would like to assure you that the all-new Toyota Vios model complies with all safety regulations and there is no compromise to the quality of the vehicles.”
This follows the statement released by Daihatsu Co Ltd. on 28-April 2023 highlighting a procedural irregularity on the testing of four models, one of which includes the all-new Toyota Vios.
To recap, this issue revolves around compliance to the international United Nations standard for side-impact crash safety protection, known as the UNECE R95 standard, and its equivalent GCC Standardisation Organisation (GSO) adopted by the Gulf Cooperation Countries (GCC) in the Middle East.
The offending part, an improved design to avoid a sharp tear (lower image) on the door panel was not installed on customer cars
The part fitted into the door frame during the test has a design that prevents it from making a sharp cut on the inner door panel, which could injure occupants. This improved part design was not installed on production cars.
UMW Toyota Motor says that subsequent testing has validated that the AC100 Vios meets the UN-R95 certification and there is no need for the Toyota Vios to be recalled as sales of the vehicle continues without disruption.
“We sincerely apologise for any distress caused to our customers and we wish to assure everyone of the safety and quality of our vehicles. Our commitment to our customers’ safety has always been and remains our topmost in our priority”, he added.
The Axia was also involved in this matter
In a related matter, Perodua has also announced that their all-new 2023 Perodua Axia (D74A) is safe for driving, and no recall will be issued, nor will sales of that model be halted.
With humble beginnings collecting diecast models and spending hours virtually tuning dream cars on the computer, his love of cars has delightfully transformed into a career. Sanjay enjoys how the same passion for cars transcends boundaries and brings people together.
