The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has issued a public advisory warning against safety risks associated with Toyota Voxy vehicles that have been converted from right-hand drive to left-hand drive.
In a statement issued in on Monday, April 13, 2026, the Authority cautioned transport operators, vehicle owners, importers, and the general public about what it described as significant safety concerns linked to the structural conversion of the vehicles, particularly when used for commercial passenger transport.
A Technical Working Group established by the NRSA found that the conversion process poses serious risks due to extensive modifications required to critical systems, including steering, braking, dashboards, electrical components, and suspension.
According to the Authority, such alterations may compromise the structural integrity and overall safety of the vehicles.
The NRSA further noted that the Toyota Voxy is originally manufactured exclusively as a right-hand drive vehicle, and that the manufacturer does not approve its conversion to left-hand drive due to safety considerations.
The Authority also raised concerns that many of the conversions are carried out without approved technical standards, certification, or regulatory oversight, increasing the likelihood of mechanical failure and unsafe operation.
Additionally, the NRSA stated that the vehicle, designed primarily as a family minivan, is not intended for commercial passenger transport, especially long-distance travel. Field observations, it added, suggest that some of the vehicles registered for private use are being deployed for commercial transport in violation of regulations.
In its advisory, the Authority urged the public to avoid patronising Toyota Voxy vehicles, particularly for long-distance journeys, and called on operators to ensure full compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Vehicle importers were also advised to desist from importing right-hand drive Toyota Voxy vehicles intended for conversion, while operators were cautioned against using privately registered vehicles for commercial passenger services.
The NRSA said it is working in collaboration with institutions including the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), the National Insurance Commission (NIC), and the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service to implement recommendations from the Technical Working Group.
According to the Authority, the measures are aimed at improving road safety and protecting passengers across the country.
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