Nissan statement on Korean Ministry of Environment report
Nissan statement on Korean Ministry of Environment report
June 7, 2016 Japan - Nissan today responded to a final report by the Korean Ministry of Environment (MOE) that the Nissan Qashqai sold in Korea was found to be arbitrarily setting its engine system to illegally control gas emissions.“Nissan Korea’s priorities are our customers, dealers and working closely and transparently with the Korean government concerning real-world NOx emissions of the Nissan Qashqai.Senior Nissan representatives met several times with Ministry of Environment officials to discuss the government’s concerns. We maintain, as we have throughout the discussions, that we have complied with all existing regulations and did not use an “unjustified arbitrary setup” or an illegal defeat device in the vehicle. The Qashqai sold in Korea has been properly homologated to Euro 6 emission standards. This vehicle was certified by the Korean government last year under regulations permitting the importation and sales of vehicles that comply with these emission standards.We are now studying the conclusions reached by the MOE and are currently exploring our options.As a company that strives to be an environmental leader, Nissan is eager to contribute to further reduction of vehicle emissions. To address concerns we also recognize about real-world driving emissions, Nissan has informed MOE officials that we are ready to implement technical improvements that will reduce real-world NOx emissions. Sales of the model have also been suspended in Korea. We will work to return the vehicle to sale as soon as possible, and will be in touch with our valued customers and dealers about next steps.” ###
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