Nidec Suspected of Product Quality Fraud

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May 13, 2026 10:20 (JST)

Kyoto, May 13 (Jiji Press)–Major Japanese motor maker Nidec Corp. said Wednesday that improper activities, such as changing “materials, processes and designs without customer approval,” are suspected for some of the firm’s products.

The company said it has begun contacting and providing explanations to customers, and plans to announce facts and its response related to the suspected quality fraud later in the day.

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