On November 12, 2026, Daihatsu Motor announced the submission of an official recall report to the relevant Japanese authorities, covering light vehicle models manufactured for itself as well as for Toyota Motor and SUBARU under OEM manufacturing agreements. This recall covers vehicles produced between November 1, 2021, and September 1, 2026, with a total of 46,683 vehicles.
The list of recalled vehicles included the Daihatsu Rocky model with 25,040 vehicles, the Toyota Raize model with 14,411 vehicles, and the Subaru Rex model with 7,529 vehicles. This campaign was limited to versions equipped with the 1.2-liter non-turbocharged engine, while full hybrid models (HEV) were excluded from this recall.
What is the cause of the recall and the technical defect?
The technical issue is due to a design flaw in the alternator's cover housing, as it was found that the design does not provide sufficient resistance against the torque generated by the engine system, which may cause accelerated wear in the internal wiring harness with continued use.
In the worst-case scenario, if the vehicle continues to be used without repair, this problem could lead to a power outage or difficulty restarting the engine, and in rare cases, the engine control system may shut down while driving, forcing the car to slow down and come to a sudden stop.
What changes practically and how is the repair done?
Daihatsu stated that reports have recorded 933 failure cases associated with this problem so far, with no accidents reported as a result of it up to the date of the announcement. The companies involved will implement the repair campaign through the following mechanisms:
- Inspecting, modifying, or replacing the alternator cover for all target vehicles with additional protection standards.
- Updating the software for the alternator control unit to avoid any potential electrical stress.
- Repairing damaged wiring and cables depending on the condition check of each individual vehicle.