Honda suspends production at Celaya due to floods

Honda of Mexico reported that its factory in Celaya, Guanajuato will remain closed throughout the month of July due to the flood that occurred on June 28th.

In Celaya's factory produces the Honda Fit and HR-V for the domestic market and for export to several locations, mainly in North America.

"The production of Fit and HR-V will continue to be suspended during the month of July as inspection is being carried out"

"It is expected that it will take a few weeks to complete the production." Investigation of damage at Celaya facilities. "

Honda added that all employees working in their facilities are well and ready to return to their jobs.

The water was removed from all the lands that cover the plant and its surroundings.It detailed the cleaning. "

In June, Honda reported a 21.5% decrease in vehicle production in Mexico, with 13,589 units.

On the other hand, the transmission plant, also at Celaya, restarted production on Monday, July 9, where two types of CVT transmissions are being manufactured for both vehicles manufactured in Mexico and for D & # 39; 39, other Honda factories.

engines for production cars in Mexico and other Honda factories, stamping parts for the structure and bodywork, as well as various metal parts and plastic models.

Honda will publish information on the production of August, as soon as possible.