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STEERING MAY FAIL
It is possible that the connections at the intermediate shaft and sliding yoke of the steering column may become loose and if the symptoms are ignored steering control can be lost.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the steering intermediate shaft. In addition inspect the sliding yoke and intermediate shaft extension and replace if necessary. This recall is staggered starting with Prius and Corrolla. Avensis customer letters will be sent out over the next three months
STEERING MAY FAIL
It is possible that the connections at the intermediate shaft and sliding yoke of the steering column may become loose and if the symptoms are ignored steering control can be lost.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the steering intermediate shaft. In addition inspect the sliding yoke and intermediate shaft extension and replace if necessary. This recall is staggered starting with Prius and Corrolla. Avensis customer letters will be sent out over the next three months
STEERING MAY FAIL
It is possible that the connections at the intermediate shaft and sliding yoke of the steering column may become loose and if the symptoms are ignored steering control can be lost.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the steering intermediate shaft. In addition inspect the sliding yoke and intermediate shaft extension and replace if necessary. This recall is staggered starting with Prius and Corrolla. Avensis customer letters will be sent out over the next three months
ENGINE MAY SURGE OR STALL
It has been established that when the ambient temperature is cold and the fuel in the fuel tank is low air could be inhaled from the fuel tank vent tube into the fuel filter. This air could then pass into the fuel pump resulting in the vehicle surging or in the worst case the engine stalling.
Recalled vehicles will have the fuel tank vent tube replaced.
FRONT COIL SPRING MAY FRACTURE RESULTING IN THE POSSIBILITY OF TYRE DAMAGE
Due to insufficient surface treatment prior to painting the paint on the front coil springs may not have adhered properly. This can render the spring susceptible to corrosion in environments where road salt is used. Prolonged use of the vehicle in this condition may cause the spring to fracture which in extreme cases can lead to tyre damage.
Recalled vehicles will have both front coil springs replaced with quality assured items.
AIRBAGS MAY NOT INFLATE DURING A COLLISION
Due to improper assembly of the airbag inflator used in the side airbag curtain shield airbag and knee airbag systems the subject airbags may not fully inflate during a collision resulting in an increased risk of injury to the vehicle's occupants.
Recalled vehicles will have the subject airbags replaced.
AIRBAGS MAY NOT INFLATE DURING A COLLISION
Due to improper assembly of the airbag inflator used in the side airbag curtain shield airbag and knee airbag systems the subject airbags may not fully inflate during a collision resulting in an increased risk of injury to the vehicle's occupants.
Recalled vehicles will have the subject airbags replaced.
AIRBAGS MAY NOT INFLATE DURING A COLLISION
Due to improper assembly of the airbag inflator used in the side airbag curtain shield airbag and knee airbag systems the subject airbags may not fully inflate during a collision resulting in an increased risk of injury to the vehicle's occupants.
Recalled vehicles will have the subject airbags replaced.
AIRBAGS MAY NOT INFLATE DURING A COLLISION
Due to improper assembly of the airbag inflator used in the side airbag curtain shield airbag and knee airbag systems the subject airbags may not fully inflate during a collision resulting in an increased risk of injury to the vehicle's occupants.
Recalled vehicles will have the subject airbags replaced.
AIRBAGS MAY NOT INFLATE DURING A COLLISION
Due to improper assembly of the airbag inflator used in the side airbag curtain shield airbag and knee airbag systems the subject airbags may not fully inflate during a collision resulting in an increased risk of injury to the vehicle's occupants.
Recalled vehicles will have the subject airbags replaced.
AIRBAGS MAY NOT INFLATE DURING A COLLISION
Due to improper assembly of the airbag inflator used in the side airbag curtain shield airbag and knee airbag systems the subject airbags may not fully inflate during a collision resulting in an increased risk of injury to the vehicle's occupants.
Recalled vehicles will have the subject airbags replaced.
FRONT SEAT PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY ACTIVATE WHEN TURNED OFF
The airbag and seat belt pretensioner ECU system may be incorrectly programmed.
Affected vehicles will be recalled and airbag sensors replaced.
ROAD WHEEL SPOKES MAY CRACK AND SEPARATE
It has been identified that steel wheels of insufficient strength have been fitted to some grades of RAV4 vehicles fitted with diesel engines. The possibility then exist that a crack may appear on the spoke(s) of the wheel which in the worst case could cause the spoke to separate.
Affected vehicles will have their wheels replaced with those of an improved quality.
STEERING RELAY ROD MAY CRACK
If the steering wheel is repeatedly turned under conditions where high steering effort is required such as when fully turning the steering wheel whilst the vehicle is stationary a fatigue crack may develop in the relay rod. In extreme cases the steering rod may fracture causing a loss of steering control.
Recall the likely to be affected vehicles and replace the steering relay rod.
POSSIBILITY OF THE LOWER BALL JOINTS WEARING PREMATURELY AND POSSIBLY SEPARATING
Due to a manufacturing issue with the fron t suspension lower ball joints there is a possibility that the surgace of the ball joints may have been scrateched. If the vehicle is operated gor an extended period of time in this condition the ball joints may experience excessive wear and looseness causing noise and vibration in the front suspension. In extreme cases the lower ball joints may separate from the knuckle causing a loss of vehicle steering control.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the lower suspension control arm ball joints.
INLET PIPE AND BREATHER TUBE MAY LEAK
The fuel tank inlet pipe and breather tube may leak due to a pin hole caused by corrosion
Recalled vehicles will have the fuel tank pipes checked for corrosion and replaced as necessary
BRAKE FLUID MAY LEAK
Due to an improper washing process of a metal part within the brake master cylinder there is a possibility that the groove for installing the rubber seal ring which is located at the end of the master cylinder may be corroded. In this condition brake fluid may leak from the seal or a small amount of air may enter the master cylinder which could lead to an increase in vehicle stopping distance.
Vehicles that are likely to be affected will be checked and a quality assured part fitted if necessary.
BRAKE FLUID MAY LEAK
Due to an improper washing process of a metal part within the brake master cylinder there is a possibility that the groove for installing the rubber seal ring which is located at the end of the master cylinder may be corroded. In this condition brake fluid may leak from the seal or a small amount of air may enter the master cylinder which could lead to an increase in vehicle stopping distance.
Vehicles that are likely to be affected will be checked and a quality assured part fitted if necessary.
BRAKE FLUID MAY LEAK
Due to an improper washing process of a metal part within the brake master cylinder there is a possibility that the groove for installing the rubber seal ring which is located at the end of the master cylinder may be corroded. In this condition brake fluid may leak from the seal or a small amount of air may enter the master cylinder which could lead to an increase in vehicle stopping distance.
Vehicles that are likely to be affected will be checked and a quality assured part fitted if necessary.
POSSBILITY THAT THE STOP LAMP COULD FAIL
In the stop lamp switch of subject vehicles equipped with LED stop lamps there is the possibility that silicone oxide may be generated the surface of the contact point and in consequence the resistance of the contact could increase. In this circumstance current may not flow causing the stop lamp to become inoperative.
Recalled vehicles will have the subject switch replaced with a quality assured unit.
POSSIBILITY THAT SUSPENSION ARM BRACKET BOLTS MAY LOOSEN
Anti-chipping paint (foam filled vinyl chloride) was applied in error to the clamping area where the rear lower suspension arm brackets are connected. This could lead to the bolts loosening over time.
Recall the potentially affected vehicles. Check and if necessary remove the incorrectly applied paint then re torque the bolts.
VSC WARNING LIGHT MAY ILLUMINATE AND THE SYSTEM STOP WORKING
In rare cases the VSC (vehicle Stability Control) warning light may illuminate and the system stop working due to the Yaw rate sensor becoming disconnected internally. In even rarer cases the VSC may not function correctly even if the VSC light is not illuminated (partial disconnection). In these circumstances the VSC will not function. The VSC helps to prevent the vehicle from slipping sideways as a result of a strong front wheel skid or a strong rear wheel skid during cornering. The normal braking system is unaffected.
Recall vehicles that are likely to be affected and inspect. If necessary replace the Yaw rate sensor.
STEERING - WEAR OF THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT SPLINE
It is possible on certain Avensis models fitted with Electric Motor assisted Power Steering (EMPS) that the intermediate steering shaft was incorrectly assembled this can result in premature wear of the shaft splines. This is identified by the abnormal noise produced however if the vehicle continues to be driven in this condition it may become difficult or in the worst case impossible to steer.
Inspect and if necessary replace the intermediate steering shaft.
THE FRONT SEAT BELT INSTALLATION MAY BE LOOSE.
The front seat belt installation may be loose at its uppermost position on the B post due to incorrect reinstallation following conversion to a commercial vehicle.
Examine the front seat belt installation and correct and make secure where found necessary.
POSSIBLE IMBALANCE UNDER HEAVY BRAKING.
The brake pipes leading into the ABS actuator may have been incorrectly positioned. This could cause an imbalance in performance under heavy braking.
Check and reposition the brake pipes if necessary.
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