The problem affects the vehicles' power steering and arose in a new design for the box, sourced from an unnamed new supplier since February.

BBC: Manganese Bronze to call in administrators

Japan's Transport Ministry said the recall affects nearly 732, 000 vehicles in Japan.

NPR: Toyota, Honda, Nissan Announce Air Bag Recall

This most recent recall only affects certain 2006 and 2007 model year vehicles, the automaker says.

FORBES: Toyota and Lexus Hybrids Recalled

The recall for air bags made by Japan's Takata Corp. affects other automakers including non-Japanese manufacturers, and may be as many as 3 million vehicles, Takata spokeswoman Akiko Watanabe said Thursday.

NPR: Toyota, Honda, Nissan Announce Air Bag Recall