SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. (SANYO) announced on January 26, 2007 that it will intensify inspections and repairs for affected Washer/Dryer units previously sold in Japan. Although the company has already taken actions to implement free inspections and repairs for affected units announced from September, 2004, SANYO announced further measures today. The affected units were sold within Japan only. Overseas units will not be affected.

SANYO will continue to provide products and services that meet the highest quality and safety standards.