On November 24, according to reports from foreign media, Mitsubishi Materials admitted that it had falsified data for over a year on various products, including automotive and aerospace components. This revelation has added to the growing list of corporate scandals in Japan, raising concerns about the integrity of major manufacturers.
The company confirmed that at least two of its subsidiaries engaged in data manipulation to meet customer requirements. One such subsidiary, Mitsubishi Electric Wire Industries, was found to have altered data related to rubber sealants used in both cars and aircraft. Between April 2015 and September 2017, approximately 270 million units were sold, with these products potentially reaching 229 customers.
Another subsidiary, Mitsubishi Shindoh, has been accused of distorting details on certain metal products, including brass and copper parts used in the automotive and electronics sectors. At least 29 companies are believed to have purchased these components.
Mitsubishi Materials stated that the data falsification did not lead to any safety issues or legal problems, and it is currently impossible to assess the financial impact. The Japanese stock market was closed on Thursday due to a holiday, preventing immediate market reactions.
Japanese companies once enjoyed global admiration for their manufacturing excellence, but they now face a wave of embarrassing controversies. A month ago, Kobe Steel admitted to fabricating data for major clients like Boeing and Toyota, causing its stock to drop by over 40%.
Mitsubishi was among the companies affected by the Kobe Steel scandal, as it used metal parts with falsified data in aircraft. The two companies also have joint ventures producing copper pipes.
Following the Kobe Steel scandal, automakers Nissan and Subaru admitted to allowing unqualified workers to inspect vehicles, leading to the recall of thousands of cars. Meanwhile, Takata faced one of the largest automotive recalls in history due to faulty airbags that caused fatalities, eventually leading to the company’s bankruptcy.
Toshiba has also been dealing with accounting fraud and issues in its nuclear power business. This is not the first time Mitsubishi has faced scrutiny—its automotive division, Mitsubishi Motors, previously admitted to manipulating fuel efficiency tests.
These repeated scandals have sparked public distrust and raised serious questions about corporate governance in Japan. As more companies come under investigation, the pressure on Japanese manufacturers to restore transparency and accountability continues to grow.
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