TOKYO, Japan, March 22, 2011 - Considering the current situation of the nationwide recovery efforts in Japan and the supply of parts from our suppliers, Honda had previously announced the suspension of production until March 23. Today, Honda made the decision to extend the suspension of production of finished units at the following plants until March 27, 2011: for automobiles, Sayama Plant at Saitama Factory (Sayama, Saitama) and Suzuka Factory (Suzuka, Mie) and for motorcycles, Kumamoto Factory (Ozu-machi, Kikuchi-gun, Kumamoto).

Concerning operations from March 28 on, Honda will make decisions based on the status of the recovery of Japanese society as a whole as well as the supply of parts. We deeply regret any inconvenience this may cause our customers, and request their understanding during these challenging times.