Toyota () Hi Lux: Possibility Of Loss Of Steering
Recall Summary Toyota is recalling 5 Hi Lux vehicles in the United Kingdom because the steering intermediate shaft pinch bolt may not have been properly tightened during manufacturing. This loose bolt could cause steering wheel noise and play, and if left unaddressed over time, may result in loss of steering control. The fix involves inspecting the pinch bolt and replacing the intermediate shaft or related components if necessary.
- Recalling firm
- TOYOTA (GB) PLC
- Product
- Vehicles: TOYOTA () HI LUX. Units affected: 5
- Reason
- The steering intermediate shaft pinch bolt may not have been tightened correctly during assembly. The bolt may loosen and cause abnormal noise and freeplay at the steering wheel. Prolonged use in this state may cause loss of steering. Remedy: Inspect steering pinch bolt. If necessary replace intermediate shaft and bolt or intermediate shaft bolt and steering link assembly.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2014-09-18
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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