"This type of quality issue normally only has a temporary effect on sales. I don't see that reputation being permanently damaged by this particular quality issue in China," said James Chao, Asia-Pacific chief of consultancy IHS Markit Automotive. It was not immediately clear when Honda would be allowed to go ahead with the recalls.The two Honda officials spoke on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the matter. Honda had planned to resolve the issue by updating the engine's fuel injection control software. Honda officials said there had been no reports of accidents.

Source: The Star April 03, 2018 09:00 UTC