Toyota () Yaris: Fire May Occur
Recall Summary Toyota is recalling approximately 552,196 Yaris, Auris, and RAV4 vehicles because moisture can enter the driver's window and damage the main power window switch, potentially causing it to overheat, melt, smoke, or catch fire. Affected vehicles will be inspected, and either a waterproof cover will be installed or the switch will be replaced with a waterproof cover added, depending on the condition of the switch. This recall applies to vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom.
- Recalling firm
- TOYOTA (GB) PLC
- Product
- Vehicles: TOYOTA () YARIS, TOYOTA () AURIS, TOYOTA () RAV4. Units affected: 552,196
- Reason
- It is possible moisture or other fluids may enter the drivers window and contaminate the main power window switch. If this occurs and the switch is damaged it could overheat and cause it to melt and/or smoke. If this situation is not identified it could result in a vehicle fire. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles and check the switch. If the switch is not damaged a waterproof cover will be fitted. If the switch is damaged it will be replaced and a waterproof cover will be fitted.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2012-10-26
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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