On April 28, 2023, Daihatsu Co. Ltd released a media statement admitting to “procedural irregularity” in the testing of four models, including the new Perodua Axia. Here’s some background and perspective on this announcement, particularly in regards to the Perodua Axia.
Perodua enlisted Daihatsu Co. Ltd to perform safety testing on the new Perodua Axia in Japan, with relevant authorities and agencies overseeing the process. Upon learning of Daihatsu’s procedural irregularity, Perodua immediately contacted these bodies to ensure that the safety of the Perodua Axia had not been compromised.
Fortunately, the UN-R95 certification awarded to the Perodua Axia remains valid, meaning that the car is still safe to drive. As such, no recall will be issued and deliveries to customers will not be affected.
Perodua apologizes for any inconvenience caused by this matter and stresses that the safety of all their models is verified by professional bodies. They will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates to the public as necessary.
Ultimately, Perodua remains committed to prioritizing their customers’ safety and comfort and will go above and beyond what is expected to ensure that this continues to be the case.
