Road Transport Vehicle Act Enforcement Actions in Japan

The Kanto Transport Bureau suspended the issuance of safety compliance certificates to Chubu Automobile Sales Co., Ltd. from July 3 to August 1, 2026, due to violations of the Road Transport Vehicle Law, including improper issuance of certificates and record-keeping errors.

The Kyushu Transportation Bureau has ordered the dismissal of vehicle inspectors at Car Center Nobeoka Co., Ltd. due to violations of the Road Transport Vehicle Law, including certifying vehicles without conducting proper inspections and certifying vehicles with mismatched identification.

The Kyushu Transportation Bureau suspended the issuance of safety compliance certificates to Car Center Nobeoka Co., Ltd. from May 29 to June 22, 2026, due to violations including incomplete inspections and issuing certificates for vehicles with differing identities.

Yamaguchi Internal Combustion Engine Industry Co., Ltd. had its safety certification suspension from May 30 to June 13, 2026, due to violations including issuing certificates with improper modifications and incomplete maintenance records, as determined by the Kyushu Transport Bureau.

The Kyushu Transportation Bureau revoked the vehicle inspector license of Car Center Nobeoka Co., Ltd. on May 21, 2026, due to violations including certifying vehicle inspections without completing them and certifying vehicles with mismatched identification.

Yamaguchi Internal Combustion Engine Industry Co., Ltd. had its issuance of vehicle safety compliance certificates suspended by the Kyushu Transport Bureau from May 30 to June 13, 2026, due to violations including issuing certificates under improper modifications, issuing certificates in non-compliance with safety standards unintentionally, and incomplete or incorrect record-keeping.

The Kyushu Transport Bureau suspended the issuance of safety compliance certificates to Car Center Nobeoka Co., Ltd. from May 29 to June 22, 2026, due to violations including incomplete inspections and issuing certificates to vehicles with differing identities.

Daisei Seibi Co., Ltd. was ordered to cease operations from May 1 to May 25, 2026, by the Chubu Transport Bureau for conducting unauthorized vehicle modifications and providing false statements during an inspection.

The Chubu Transport Bureau suspended the issuance of safety compliance certificates to Daisē Seibi Corporation from May 1 to May 20, 2026, due to violations including non-compliance with legal regulations, issuing certificates after illegal modifications, and issuing certificates in non-compliance with safety standards.

Daisei Maintenance Co., Ltd. was ordered to cease operations from May 1 to May 25, 2026, by the Chubu Transport Bureau for conducting illegal vehicle modifications and providing false statements during an inspection.

The Chubu Transport Bureau suspended the issuance of safety compliance certificates to Dai-Sei Maintenance Co., Ltd. from May 1 to May 20, 2026, due to violations including non-compliance with legal regulations, issuing certificates after unauthorized modifications, and issuing certificates in non-compliance states not caused by intentional acts.

The Chubu Transport Bureau ordered a 10-day suspension of operations for Minato Truck Transport Co., Ltd.'s maintenance workshop in Shizuoka, due to significant defects in specific maintenance work on one vehicle and inadequate management by the maintenance supervisor, violating Articles 90 and 91-3 of the Road Transport Vehicle Law.

港トラック運送株式会社 was subjected to a business suspension order by the Chubu Transportation Bureau due to significant defects in specific maintenance work on one vehicle and inadequate management by the maintenance supervisor, violating the Road Transport Vehicle Law.

The Chubu Transportation Bureau has ordered a business suspension for Nets Toyota Chubu Co., Ltd. from April 25 to May 4, 2026, due to significant defects in specific maintenance work on one vehicle and inadequate management by the maintenance supervisor, under the Road Transport Vehicle Law.

The Chubu Transportation Bureau has ordered a business suspension for Nets Toyota Chubu Corporation from April 25 to May 4, 2026, due to significant defects in specific maintenance work and inadequate management by the maintenance supervisor.

The Chubu Transportation Bureau suspended the issuance of safety compliance certificates to Nets Toyota Chubu Corporation from April 25 to May 9, 2026, due to violations including lack of compliance systems, improper issuance of certificates in non-conformance cases, and defects in inspected vehicles.

The Chubu Transport Bureau suspended the issuance of safety compliance certificates to Nets Toyota Chubu Co., Ltd. from April 25 to May 9, 2026, due to violations including inadequate compliance systems, improper issuance of certificates in non-conformance cases, and defects in inspected vehicles.

The Chubu Transportation Bureau has ordered a 10-day suspension of operations for Chubu Material Co., Ltd.'s West Heavy Vehicle Service Factory in Tishima Village, Aichi Prefecture, due to violations related to vehicle maintenance record-keeping and management under the Road Transport Vehicle Act.

The Chubu Transport Bureau has ordered a 10-day business suspension for Chubu Material Co., Ltd., due to violations related to vehicle maintenance record-keeping and management under the Road Transport Vehicle Law.

The Kanto Transportation Bureau revoked the automobile inspector license of Ibaraki Daihatsu Sales Co., Ltd. on April 17, 2026, due to violations including certifying vehicles without proper inspection, certifying vehicles with unauthorized modifications, certifying vehicles that did not meet safety standards, and certifying different vehicles as the same. The violations are based on Article 94-5, Paragraph 4 and Article 94-10 of the Road Transport Vehicle Law.

The Kanto Transportation Bureau has ordered the dismissal of a vehicle inspector at Ibaraki Daihatsu Sales Co., Ltd. for violations including certifying vehicles without proper inspection, certifying vehicles with illegal modifications, certifying vehicles that do not meet safety standards, and certifying different vehicles as the same. The dismissal was effective from April 17, 2026.

The Kanto Transport Bureau has suspended the business operations of Ibaraki Daihatsu Sales Co., Ltd., Hitachi branch, for 60 days starting April 17, 2026, due to violations including non-compliance with safety standards, significant defects in specific maintenance work, falsification of maintenance records, vehicle inspection procedures with unauthorized modifications, and inadequate management of designated maintenance personnel.

The Kanto Transportation Bureau revoked the vehicle certification license of Ibaraki Daihatsu Sales Co., Ltd. Hitachi Branch on April 17, 2026, due to violations including failure to separate inspection and maintenance tasks, issuing certificates with inspection or modification flaws, false records, and other non-compliance with the Road Transport Vehicle Law.

The Kanto Transportation Bureau revoked the vehicle approval certificate for Ibaraki Daihatsu Sales Co., Ltd. Hitachi branch on April 17, 2026, due to violations including unsegregated inspection and maintenance tasks, issuance of certificates with defects or false records, and conducting incomplete inspections.

The Kanto Transport Bureau has ordered a 60-day suspension of business activities for Ibaraki Daihatsu Sales Co., Ltd., Hitachi branch, due to violations including non-compliance with safety standards in specific vehicle maintenance, significant defects in maintenance work, false records, illegal vehicle inspections after unauthorized modifications, and inadequate management of designated maintenance personnel.

The Chugoku Transport Bureau ordered the dismissal of a vehicle inspector at Takabata Motors on April 3, 2026, for certifying vehicle compliance without inspection and while the vehicle was non-compliant with safety standards.

The Japan Transport Bureau canceled the certification of Kabushiki Kaisha Takabata Motors on April 3, 2026, due to violations including failure to submit change reports, disqualifying conditions, and fraudulent issuance of compliance certificates.

The company, 株式会社高畑モータース, had its vehicle certification revoked by the China Transport Bureau on April 3, 2026, due to violations including failure to submit change reports, disqualification issues, and fraudulent issuance of compliance certificates.

The Chugoku Transport Bureau ordered the dismissal of a vehicle inspector at Takahata Motors on April 3, 2026, due to violations including certifying compliance without inspection and certifying non-compliance with safety standards.

The company, 株式会社高畑モータース, had its vehicle repair license revoked by the China Transport Bureau on April 3, 2026, due to violations including non-compliance with legal regulations, conducting paper inspections, issuing certificates under non-conforming conditions, record-keeping errors, and other disqualifying factors.

The company, 株式会社高畑モータース, had its vehicle operation license revoked by the China Transport Bureau on April 3, 2026, due to violations including non-compliance with legal regulations, conducting paper inspections, issuing certificates under non-conforming conditions, record-keeping errors, and failure to retain maintenance records for two years.

The Kanto Transportation Bureau suspended the issuance of vehicle safety compliance certificates to Sadoya Corporation from March 31 to August 17, 2026, due to violations including incomplete inspections and false records.

The Kanto Transportation Bureau ordered the dismissal of a vehicle inspector at Sadoya Corporation for certifying vehicles without conducting proper inspections, violating Article 94-5, Paragraph 4 of the Road Transport Vehicle Law. The dismissal was effective on March 31, 2026.

The Kinki Transportation Bureau suspended the business of WECARS Kawasaki Store from April 5 to April 14, 2026, due to significant defects in specific maintenance work and inadequate oversight by the maintenance supervisor, as per the Road Transport Vehicle Law Articles 90 and 91-3.

An automobile inspector issued a certificate of conformity without conducting the inspection, including cases of incomplete inspections.

1. There were significant defects in the specified maintenance work. 2. The maintenance supervisor was unable to oversee the specified maintenance properly. Contact: Kinki Transport Bureau, Vehicle Technology Safety Division, Maintenance Section, 06-6949-6453

1. Issued a certificate of conformity without conducting part of the inspection, other than intentionally. 2. Issued a certificate of conformity without conducting part of the inspection intentionally. 3. Falsified records in the designated maintenance record book.

Violations include non-compliance with safety standards related to specific repairs, false entries in the specific repair record book, lack of entries in the record book, partial omissions or errors in the record book, failure to provide a copy of the record book to users, not retaining the record book for two years, performing unauthorized modifications, inadequate overall management of specific repairs by the chief maintenance supervisor, and refusal, obstruction, evasion of on-site inspections (including failure to respond without justifiable reason), or providing false statements during questioning.

Kanto Isuzu Motors Co., Ltd. was ordered to suspend operations from March 31 to May 9, 2026, by the Kanto Transportation Bureau due to violations including non-compliance with safety standards, falsification and omission in maintenance records, failure to provide records to users, improper modifications, and obstruction during inspections.

The Chubu Transportation Bureau dismissed a vehicle inspector from Little Garage in Suzuka City, Mie Prefecture, on March 27, 2026, for certifying vehicle compliance without conducting inspections, in violation of Article 94-5, Paragraph 4 of the Road Transport Vehicle Law.

The violation involved non-compliance with legal regulations, falsification of inspection certificates for 2,137 vehicles, issuance of certificates without completing all inspections and maintenance for 1,728 vehicles, and false entries in designated maintenance records. The cancellation date was March 27, 2026. The responsible department was the Maintenance Division of the Chubu Transport Bureau's Automotive Safety and Technology Department, contact number 052-952-8042.

The Chubu Transportation Bureau suspended the business of Little Garage operated by Masaki Tanaka in Suzuka City, Mie Prefecture, due to violations including falsification of maintenance records, inadequate management by the maintenance supervisor, and conducting vehicle inspections via paper certificates for 409 vehicles. The suspension was effective from March 27, 2026.

The violations include false entries in the specific maintenance records, inadequate overall management by the maintenance supervisor regarding specified maintenance, and vehicle inspections conducted via paper-based procedures for 409 vehicles. The license cancellation date is March 27, 2026. The enforcement authority is the Chubu Regional Transport Bureau, Vehicle Technology Safety Division, Maintenance Section, contact number 052-952-8042.

The Chubu Transportation Bureau suspended the issuance of safety compliance certificates to Little Garage operated by Masaki Tanaka in Suzuka City, Mie Prefecture, due to violations of the Road Transport Vehicle Law. The suspension was effective from March 27, 2026, and was based on findings of non-compliance with legal requirements, false documentation by inspectors for 2,137 vehicles, failure to conduct all inspections and maintenance before issuing certificates for 1,728 vehicles, and falsification of maintenance records.

The inspector certified the conformity certificate despite not conducting the inspection.

The Hokkaido Transport Bureau revoked the certification of Abt Corporation for failing to submit a business closure notification under the Road Transport Vehicle Law on March 26, 2026.

Failure to submit notification of business establishment abolition. Issuance date: March 26, 2026. Hokkaido Transport Bureau, Department of Automotive Technology Safety, Maintenance and Security Division, 011-290-2752.

The company was found to lack a system to comply with legal regulations, issued certificates of conformity without conducting part of the inspection and maintenance, falsified designated maintenance records, and had omissions and errors in some designated maintenance records.

The company Honda Cars Hamamatsu Yutaka Store had its certification for vehicle safety compliance suspended from March 14 to April 7, 2026, due to violations including failure to maintain compliance systems, issuing certificates without proper inspections, and falsification or errors in maintenance records.

The violations include lack of consistency in finished products, failure to establish a system to comply with laws and regulations, falsification of inspection certificates for two vehicles, issuance of certificates despite non-compliance with safety standards for four vehicles due to non-intentional reasons, issuance of certificates to vehicles with differing identifications for one vehicle, and partial omissions or errors in the designated maintenance records. The responsible department is the Maintenance Division, Automotive Safety and Technical Department, Chubu Transport Bureau, contact number 052-952-8042.

The Okinawa General Bureau suspended the issuance of safety compliance certificates to S Auto Co., Ltd. from April 1 to June 19, 2026, due to violations including issuing certificates for 25 vehicles that were not compliant with safety standards, and lacking a system to ensure legal compliance.

The Chubu Transportation Bureau suspended the issuance of safety compliance certificates to Kakin Kanko Bus Co., Ltd. from March 13 to July 10, 2026, due to violations including failure to ensure product consistency, inadequate compliance systems, false certification, improper issuance of certificates under non-conforming conditions, issuance to vehicles with differing identities, and record-keeping errors.

1. Issued safety conformity certificates to 25 vehicles despite them being non-compliant with safety standards, not due to intentional misconduct. 2. Lacked a system to ensure compliance with laws and regulations. Okinawa General Administration Office, Transportation Department, Vehicle Safety Division, 098-866-1837 (extension 85449)

The Hokkaido Transport Bureau suspended the issuance of safety compliance certificates to Toyota Corolla Tomakomai Co., Ltd. from February 24 to March 15, 2026, due to non-compliance with legal regulations and unauthorized vehicle modifications.

1. Not having a system to comply with legal regulations 2. Conducted illegal modifications Hokkaido Transport Bureau, Vehicle Technology Safety Department, Maintenance and Security Division, 011-290-2752

The Hokkaido Transport Bureau suspended the issuance of safety compliance certificates to UD Trucks Hokkaido Co., Ltd. Hakodate Branch from February 22 to March 28, 2026, due to violations of the Road Transport Vehicle Law, including inadequate compliance systems and improper issuance of certificates.

The Hokkaido Transport Bureau ordered Toyota Corolla Tomakomai Co., Ltd. to cease operations for 10 days from February 24 to March 5, 2026, due to conducting unauthorized modifications to vehicles, in violation of the Road Transport Vehicle Law Articles 91-3 and 99-2.

1. Not having a system in place to comply with legal regulations. 2. Issued a certificate of conformity in a state non-compliant with safety standards, other than intentionally.

Performed unauthorized modifications.

The company 'Honda Creio Ageo Inada Store' was suspended from issuing vehicle compliance certificates for 125 days due to falsification of inspection and issuance dates and the validity period of compliance markings, violating the Road Transport Vehicle Law.

Falsified the inspection date and issuance date on the conformity certificate, and issued the certificate. Falsified the validity period of the conformity mark.

The Kyushu Transport Bureau suspended the issuance of safety compliance certificates to K-Style Corporation from February 1 to February 20, 2026, due to issuing certificates despite lapses in compulsory insurance coverage during certain periods.

Issued a certificate of conformity despite the vehicle not being insured under the compulsory automobile liability insurance during part of the period from the issuance date to the expiration date of the vehicle inspection validity period updated by the certificate.

Violations include falsification of the specific maintenance record book, failure to record intentionally, partial omissions and errors in the record book, failure to provide a copy to the user intentionally, failure to retain the record for two years intentionally, equipment not meeting certification standards, inadequate overall management by the maintenance supervisor regarding specific maintenance, and performing specific maintenance on vehicle types other than those designated.

The Kanto Transport Bureau has ordered a business suspension for TDK Corporation from January 26 to February 19, 2026, due to violations related to vehicle maintenance record-keeping and certification standards under the Road Transport Vehicle Act.

Did not submit the required notification despite ceasing business activities. Certification cancellation date: January 28, 2026.

The company '株式会社ONE PRIDE' had its vehicle certification canceled by the Kinki Transportation Bureau on January 28, 2026, due to failure to notify the cessation of business as required by law.

1. Failure to submit change notification 2. Conducted illegal modifications Kanto Transport Bureau, Vehicle Technology Safety Division, Maintenance Section 045-211-7254 (extension 5476)

Japan Mechanical Industry Co., Ltd. was ordered to cease operations from January 21 to January 30, 2026, by the Kanto Transportation Bureau for failing to submit change reports and conducting unauthorized modifications to vehicles, in violation of the Road Transport Vehicle Law.

Uehara Seisho Co., Ltd. had its vehicle maintenance license revoked by the Kinki Transport Bureau due to violations including issuing certificates for improperly modified vehicles, incomplete inspections, and falsification of maintenance records. The revocation took effect on January 21, 2026.

1. Issued a safety standards compliance certificate despite the vehicle being in an illegally modified state. 2. Issued a safety standards compliance certificate despite not performing some inspections, maintenance, or examinations. 3. Falsified entries in the designated maintenance record book. Date of cancellation of designation: January 21, 2026.

Falsified entries in the specific maintenance record book; inadequate supervision by the chief maintenance supervisor regarding specified maintenance; issued a safety conformity certificate and conducted vehicle inspection procedures despite the vehicle being in an illegally modified state. Certification canceled on January 21, 2026.

Uehara Seisho Co., Ltd. had its vehicle certification revoked by the Kinki Transport Bureau due to violations including false entries in maintenance records, inadequate management of maintenance supervisors, and issuing safety certificates for vehicles in non-compliant modification states. The revocation was effective from January 21, 2026.

Kanto Isuzu Motors Co., Ltd. was ordered to cease operations for 30 days from December 26, 2025, to January 24, 2026, by the Kanto Transportation Bureau due to violations of the Road Transport Vehicle Act, including deficiencies in vehicle maintenance records and overcharging for inspections.

Kanto Isuzu Motors Co., Ltd. has had its issuance of vehicle compliance certificates suspended by the Kanto Transport Bureau from December 26, 2025, to March 30, 2026, due to violations including non-compliance with legal requirements, incomplete inspections, defects in inspected vehicles, and falsification of maintenance records.

Nissan Tokyo Sales Co., Ltd. Hachioji Branch had its vehicle safety certification suspension period from December 26, 2025, to January 29, 2026, due to violations including incomplete and incorrect records and issuing certificates beyond the scope of authorized vehicle types.

The Kanto Transportation Bureau revoked the certification of Matsudo City Motors Center for violations including false entries in maintenance records, failure to provide copies to users, inadequate explanations of maintenance content and necessity, failure to issue estimated cost sheets, and conducting vehicle inspections with illegally modified vehicles. The revocation was issued on December 26, 2025.

Falsification of specific maintenance records; failure to provide copies of maintenance records to users; failure to explain maintenance details and necessity; failure to provide approximate estimates; vehicle inspection procedures conducted with illegally modified vehicles. Issued on December 26, 2025.

Violations include significant defects in specific maintenance work, failure to record in the specific maintenance record book, partial omissions and errors in the record book, failure to provide a copy of the record book to users, not retaining the record book for two years, overcharging for inspection and maintenance fees, and inadequate overall management by the maintenance supervisor regarding specific maintenance. Contact: Kanto Transportation Bureau, Vehicle Technology Safety Department, Maintenance Division, 045-211-7254 (extension 5476).

The violations include not having a system to ensure compliance with laws, issuing certificates of conformity without conducting some inspections and maintenance, defects in inspection and maintenance or inspection of vehicles with certificates of conformity, and false entries in designated maintenance records. The contact is the Maintenance Division of the Automobile Safety and Technical Department, Kanto Transport Bureau, at 045-211-7254 (extension 5476).

1. Partial omission and errors in the designated maintenance record book. 2. Issued a conformity certificate for vehicle types outside the scope of authorized work. Kanto Transport Bureau, Vehicle Technology Safety Division, Maintenance Section, 045-211-7254 (extension 5476).

The company Nissan Prince Yamaguchi Sales Co., Ltd. was ordered to suspend operations for 10 days from December 17 to December 26, 2025, by the Chugoku Transport Bureau due to violations related to vehicle maintenance records and management oversight under the Road Transport Vehicle Law.

1. There were significant defects in specified maintenance work. 2. There were omissions and errors in some entries of the specified maintenance records. 3. There was a lack of proper overall management by the maintenance supervisor regarding specified maintenance, etc. Contact: China Transport Bureau, Automotive Technology Safety Department, Maintenance and Security Division, 082-228-9142

1. Not in a system to comply with legal regulations. 2. Issued a certificate of conformity without conducting part of the inspection, other than intentionally. 3. Omission or errors in some entries in the designated maintenance record book. Contact: China Transport Bureau Vehicle Technology Safety Department Maintenance and Security Division 082-228-9142

1. Not having a system to comply with legal regulations. 2. Issued a conformity certificate without conducting part of the inspection, other than intentionally. 3. Falsified records in the designated maintenance record book. - Chugoku Transport Bureau, Vehicle Technology Safety Division, Maintenance and Security Section, 082-228-9142

1. Not having a system to comply with legal regulations. 2. Issued certificates of conformity without conducting part of the inspection, other than intentionally. 3. Falsified entries in the designated maintenance record book. 4. Omissions and errors in entries in the designated maintenance record book. Contact: Chugoku Transport Bureau, Vehicle Technology Safety Division, Maintenance and Security Section, 082-228-9142

Sanyo Yanase Co., Ltd. had its vehicle operation license revoked by the Chugoku Transport Bureau on December 12, 2025, due to violations of the Road Transport Vehicle Law, including non-compliance with legal requirements, falsification of maintenance records, and improper issuance of certificates.

The Chugoku Transport Bureau ordered the dismissal of a vehicle inspector at Sanyo Yanase Co., Ltd. for certifying compliance without conducting inspections, under the Road Transport Vehicle Law, Article 94-5, Paragraph 4, effective December 12, 2025.

The inspector certified the conformity certificate despite not conducting an inspection.

The Chugoku Transportation Bureau ordered the dismissal of a vehicle inspector at Sanyo Yanase Co., Ltd. for certifying compliance without conducting inspections, under the Road Transport Vehicle Law, Article 94-5, Paragraph 4. The action was taken on December 12, 2025.

The Chugoku Transport Bureau suspended the issuance of safety compliance certificates to Sanyo Yanase General Planning Co., Ltd. Tsuyama branch from December 12 to December 31, 2025, due to violations of the Road Transport Vehicle Law, including non-compliance with legal procedures, improper issuance of certificates, and record-keeping errors.

Sanyo Yanase Co., Ltd. had its certification for compliance with safety standards suspended by the Chugoku Transport Bureau from December 12, 2025, to January 5, 2026, due to violations including lack of compliance system, improper issuance of certificates, and false entries in maintenance records.

1. Falsification of specific maintenance records. 2. Omission and errors in parts of the specific maintenance records. 3. Failure to provide preliminary estimate documents. 4. Inadequate overall management by the maintenance supervisor regarding specific maintenance. 5. Failure to submit notifications or change reports for the maintenance supervisor.

The entity violated regulations by not establishing a compliance system, failing to submit inspection personnel notifications and change reports, issuing certificates of conformity without completing some inspection and maintenance procedures, falsifying and partially omitting entries in designated maintenance records, and issuing safety compliance certificates during periods when compulsory automobile liability insurance was not in effect before the renewal of the vehicle inspection validity period.

The company '有限会社オートサービスコーポレーション' had its vehicle maintenance license revoked by the Kyushu Transportation Bureau on December 4, 2025, due to violations including failure to comply with legal requirements, incomplete inspections, false records, and issuance of safety certificates despite insurance lapses.

The Kyushu Transport Bureau has suspended the business operations of Limited Company Auto Service Corporation from December 5 to December 14, 2025, due to violations including false entries in maintenance records, incomplete record-keeping, failure to issue estimates, and inadequate management of certified maintenance personnel.

1. Issued a certificate of conformity despite the vehicle being non-compliant with safety standards, not due to intentional misconduct. 2. Omitted or incorrectly recorded information in the designated maintenance record book. 3. Issued a certificate of conformity during a period when the compulsory automobile liability insurance was not in effect for most of the validity period of the vehicle inspection renewed by the certificate.

1. Not having a system in place to comply with legal regulations. 2. Issued a certificate of conformity despite the vehicle being uninsured under compulsory automobile liability insurance during part of the period from the certificate issuance date to the expiration date of the vehicle inspection validity period updated by the certificate.

Fukushima Mazda Co., Ltd. had its vehicle safety compliance certificate suspension ordered by the Tohoku Transport Bureau due to violations of the Road Transport Vehicle Law, specifically for lacking a proper compliance system and issuing certificates despite lapses in compulsory insurance coverage.

The company, Hakawa Fuel Co., Ltd., had its vehicle safety certification suspension from December 9 to December 23, 2025, due to failure to submit inspection personnel notifications and issuing safety certificates despite lapses in compulsory insurance coverage.