Toyota () Rav4: Front Coil Spring May Fracture Resulting In The Possibility Of Tyre Damage
- Recalling firm
- TOYOTA (GB) PLC
- Product
- Vehicles: TOYOTA () RAV4. Units affected: 1,998
- Reason
- 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. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have both front coil springs replaced with quality assured items.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2006-08-09
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/6fec2482-e00f-4093-b39d-26d86a043ce3