Toyota () Rav4: Rear Suspension Arm May Separate

Recall Summary Toyota is recalling 395,178 RAV4, Avensis, and Auris vehicles sold in the United Kingdom because the rear suspension arm may separate from the vehicle. This can happen when the suspension arm is adjusted during wheel alignment or repairs, which can allow corrosion and thread deterioration that eventually leads to arm failure and loss of vehicle control. Toyota will check and adjust the torque on the suspension arm, replacing it if necessary.

Recalling firm

TOYOTA (GB) PLC

Product

Vehicles: TOYOTA () RAV4, TOYOTA () AVENSIS, TOYOTA () AURIS. Units affected: 395,178

Reason

If the rear suspension arm is adjusted as part of a wheel alignment or other repairs whilst in service it is possible that backlash can occur. This can allow corrosion to develop and cause the threads to deteriorate. Ultimately this could result in failure of the arm with a resultant loss of control of the vehicle. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles to check the torque on the arm. Where necessary the arm will be replaced.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2012-09-12

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/4a6b24d5-7fa0-4c03-b74d-e2f4987c21ae