Toyota Motor Corp (NYSE:TM) has faced significant production challenges at its Tijuana, Mexico plant, resulting in multiple stoppages in February and March due to local labor shortages affecting suppliers.
The world’s largest automaker, which aims to produce 10 million vehicles this year, saw production halted for 19 days, according to a report from Reuters.
In addition to labor shortages, technical problems at the Tijuana plant, where the Tacoma pick-up truck is manufactured, also contributed to the delays.
The disruptions highlight a critical vulnerability for Toyota as it struggles to maintain smooth operations amid these challenges.
To address the issues, Toyota is collaborating with suppliers to mitigate the impact of labor shortages. However, some parts manufacturers are barely managing to sustain production.
The situation has compounded existing problems ...