Overview

• The September 22 storm struck Porto Feliz in São Paulo state, tearing away the plant’s roof and causing extensive structural and equipment damage.
• Toyota suspended engine production indefinitely at a facility that supplies powertrains for the Corolla and Corolla Cross in Brazil.
• Local authorities restricted access for inspections, and no timetable has been announced for repairs or a production restart.
• Ten workers were reported injured and transported to hospital, and no fatalities have been reported.
• The downtime is expected to delay Brazil’s planned October launch of the Yaris Cross, which is assembled in Sorocaba and relies on engines from Porto Feliz.