Government of Japan reprimands Toyota, says no laws broken

The government will reprimand Toyota for failing to act more quickly in a recall case that is now under criminal investigation, but authorities determined no laws were broken and no fines will be imposed, a ministry official said Thursday.

Japan's biggest automaker will be issued administrative "guidance" -- or a public scolding -- and demand that Toyota make improvements on its recall procedures, according to a Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport official who spoke on customary condition of anonymity.

The order, which includes the filing of a report on what steps the company takes, could come as soon as Friday, he said.

Public prosecutors, however, may still file charges against Toyota.


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webguy - 7/20/2006 3:55:17 PM

+1 Boost

Congratulations Toyota! You've made it to #1! Here's your prize!... A nice, shiny brand new lawsuit! But wait, there's more. Act now and get the second lawsuit absolutely free!

Heh... and they thought GETTING to the number 1 spot was tough... just wait until they try staying there.

kart1 - 7/20/2006 7:24:29 PM

+1 Boost

This is what being number one is all about. Now that Toyota will get there pretty soon, it will carry that target on its back, just like many analysts are saying. Lets begin Toyota v World, Round 1.

PlanoA4 - 7/21/2006 4:39:38 PM

+1 Boost

So nice to say you are sorry. Too bad the government made you do it.