Samvardhana Motherson International responded to market volatility triggered by former President Donald Trump’s proposal of a 25% tariff on foreign vehicle imports. In a regulatory submission on March 27, 2025, the company emphasized that its significant domestic production and adherence to USMCA standards would shield it from major tariff impacts, aiming to calm investor concerns after a noticeable decline in share prices.

Amid a drop in share prices fueled by worries over Donald Trump’s proposed 25% tariff on foreign car imports, Samvardhana Motherson clarified in a regulatory filing that its diversified local production and eligibility under the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) would mitigate any significant impact. The company’s reassurance comes as broader market jitters affect auto and auto component stocks.

On May 19, 2023, Samvardhana Motherson International Limited officially adopted a comprehensive Human Rights Policy outlining its commitment to upholding international human rights standards. The policy explicitly prohibits child labour, forced labour, and discrimination, while promoting fair working conditions, equal opportunity, and ethical employment practices across its group companies and subsidiaries.

On June 23, 2022, Motherson Group released an updated Supplier Code of Conduct detailing comprehensive ethical and legal standards for its suppliers. The document outlines expectations in areas such as labor rights, human rights, anti-corruption, and responsible supply chain practices including full traceability and responsible material sourcing.

Over 200 permanent workers at Samvardhana Motherson's MATE plant in Sriperumbudur, India, launched an indefinite strike on August 11, 2021. Workers demanded improvements such as quality meals, proper tea and toilet breaks, and the withdrawal of disciplinary actions against those who protested poor working conditions.