Subaru Reports Drop in Global Production and Japan Sales for May 2026
Subaru's global production fell 19.8% in May 2026, marking the second consecutive monthly decline.
65,251 vehicles (down 19.8% YoY)
34,094 vehicles (down 28.6% YoY)
26,408 vehicles (down 29.6% YoY)
What Happened
Subaru Corporation announced its production, Japan sales, and export results for May 2026. Global production totaled 65,251 vehicles, down 19.8% year-over-year, the second consecutive monthly decrease. Domestic production dropped 28.6% to 34,094 units, while overseas production fell 7.3% to 31,157 units. Japan sales decreased 3.9% to 7,280 vehicles, and exports plunged 29.6% to 26,408 units.
- 34,094 (down 28.6% YoY)
- 31,157 (down 7.3% YoY)
65,251vehicles
down 19.8% year-over-year
7,280vehicles
down 3.9% year-over-year
Why this matters
The declines reflect ongoing supply chain challenges and softening demand, impacting Subaru's output and sales performance.
Terms in This Story
- JAMA
- Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, an industry trade group that reports production and export data.
- CBU
- Completely Built Unit, a finished vehicle ready for sale.
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