Toyota () Mr2: Brake Fluid May Leak
Recall Summary Toyota is recalling certain MR2, Celica, and Corolla vehicles because a metal part in the brake master cylinder may have corrosion from an improper washing process during manufacturing. This corrosion could allow brake fluid to leak or air to enter the system, which may increase the distance needed to stop the vehicle. Affected vehicle owners in the United Kingdom will have their vehicles inspected and the part replaced if necessary.
- Recalling firm
- TOYOTA (GB) PLC
- Product
- Vehicles: TOYOTA () MR2, TOYOTA () CELICA, TOYOTA () COROLLA. Units affected: 20,808
- Reason
- 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. Remedy: Vehicles that are likely to be affected will be checked and a quality assured part fitted if necessary.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2005-04-25
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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