Toyota RAV4 and Camry cleared for Australia after safety scandal

13 August 2024, 11:44 am

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Toyota RAV4 and Camry cleared for Australia after safety scandal
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Toyota RAV4 and Camry cleared for Australia after safety scandal
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Toyota Australia has been cleared to continue delivering the RAV4 and Camry locally after a recent safety scandal. The two popular models were found to have been incorrectly tested against safety criteria, but have since been deemed compliant with local regulations. Toyota has taken measures to prevent recurrence of testing irregularities and has been transparent with authorities and customers. Toyota did not comment on the Prius V, which was discontinued in Australia. The parent company in Japan has submitted a report to prevent future testing failures. Toyota has faced challenges in recent years, including engine certification irregularities and falsified emissions data in its truck division.

Brands mentioned: Toyota, Daihatsu, Hino

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