Johnson Controls receives approval from anti-trust authorities to acquire Keiper and Recaro Automotive

Burscheid, Germany (ots) -

Acquisition further enhances Johnson Controls metal components
product portfolio

Johnson Controls, a global leader in automotive seating, interiors
and electronics, completed the previously announced acquisition of
Keiper and Recaro Automotive. The European Commission in Brussels,
Belgium approved the acquisition on 17 June 2011.

Keiper is a leader in recliner system technology and is renowned
for its engineering and manufacturing expertise in metals and
mechanisms for automobile seats. The company also produces complete
seats for commercial trucks. Recaro Automotive offers complete seats
for automakers and as aftermarket equipment. As part of the
transaction, Johnson Controls also acquires the licensing rights for
the exclusive global use of the Recaro trademark for the automotive
industry. The acquisition includes 4,750 employees at 13 locations
globally.

"The acquisition of Keiper and Recaro Automotive provides Johnson
Controls with a comprehensive product range in seating components,"
said Beda Bolzenius, vice president, Johnson Controls and president,
Automotive Experience. "This further complements the acquisition of
C. Rob. Hammerstein earlier this year and our existing metals
business."

Through the integration of Keiper, Recaro Automotive and C. Rob
Hammerstein, the company is able to offer the automakers a complete
product range of metal components and mechanisms across all vehicle
segments. This positions Johnson Controls as a global leader in
seating components.

Recaro Aircraft Seating, Recaro Child Safety and Recaro Home are
not part of this acquisition and will remain as part of Putsch
Holding in Kaiserslautern, Germany. Also excluded are Keiper's
operations, business and entity in Brazil. Financial details
regarding the transaction were not disclosed.

Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and industrial
leader serving customers in more than 150 countries. Our 142,000
employees create quality products, services and solutions to optimize
energy and operational efficiencies of buildings; lead-acid
automotive batteries and advanced batteries for hybrid and electric
vehicles; and interior systems for automobiles. Our commitment to
sustainability dates back to our roots in 1885, with the invention of
the first electric room thermostat. Through our growth strategies and
by increasing market share we are committed to delivering value to
shareholders and making our customers successful. In 2011, Corporate
Responsibility Magazine recognized Johnson Controls as the #1 company
in its annual "100 Best Corporate Citizens" list. For additional
information, please visit http://www.johnsoncontrols.com .

Johnson Controls is a global leader in automotive seating,
overhead systems, door and instrument panels, and interior
electronics. We support all major automakers in the differentiation
of their vehicles through our products, technologies and advanced
manufacturing capabilities. With 200 locations worldwide, we are
where our customers need us to be. Consumers have enjoyed the comfort
and style of our products, from single components to complete
interiors. With our global capability we supply more than 30 million
cars per year.

For more information please contact:
Johnson Controls GmbH Automotive Experience
Industriestraße 20-30
51399 Burscheid
Germany

Ulrich Andree
Tel.: +49 2174 65-4343
Fax: +49 2174 65-3219
E-Mail: ulrich.andree@jci.com