Update on Japanese aftermarket vehicle parts supply to South Africa
The recent earthquake that struck off the coast of Japan, causing a devastating tsunami that swept over cities and farmland in the northern part of the country, has resulted in the delay of aftermarket vehicle part deliveries to South Africa.
Although the bulk of parts are still available, there are some challenges in Japan, and this may cause delays in vehicle repair times.
Below please find a list of makes and models of vehicles that may be affected, as well as information that will give you an indication of the extent of the delays expected:
- Lexus South Africa – Alternate suppliers are available.
- Toyota South Africa - Only Toyota Quantum Minibuses will be affected.
- Toyota Hino - Isolated problems may occur on lesser populated models in one to two months time.
- Honda South Africa – Parts are available from the European hub for at least six weeks. Other suppliers are also available.
- Nissan South Africa - Isolated cases of shortage may occur for lesser populated vehicles.
- Subaru South Africa – Problems are being experienced but parts are being sourced from the USA and UK.
- Mitsubishi – Problems are being experienced. Expect delays.
- General Motors South Africa – Problems will be experienced. Expect delays, especially on Isuzu parts.
- Suzuki – Problems are being experienced as the Plant was washed away.
- Daihatsu - Production of aftermarket parts resumed on 17 March 2011. Production of parts for overseas production resumed on 21 March 2011.
- Mazda – Operations were suspended at Mazda’s Hiroshima and Hofu Plants but temporary production was resumed on 22 March 2011. Both Plants will focus on manufacturing replacement parts, parts for overseas production and vehicles utilising “in-process” inventories.
We ask you to bear with us during this time and thank you in advance for your patience.
