Subaru Let Uncertified Workers Inspect Cars, Source Says
- Carmaker may announce details as soon as Friday, person says
- Violation comes after similar issue found at Nissan factories
Subaru Said to Have Used Uncertified Inspectors
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Subaru Corp. allowed uncertified workers to inspect vehicles before shipment, according to a person with direct knowledge of the matter, the latest scandal to hit Japanese manufacturers after a similar issue was found at Nissan Motor Co.
An internal investigation found that workers training to be certified were involved in inspections at Subaru’s main factory complex in Gunma prefecture, the person said, asking not to be identified because the information is private, The person added the company may announce details as early as Friday.