Toyota () Corolla: Loss Of Steering

Steering Shaft Recall - Toyota Corolla, Avensis, and Prius Toyota is recalling approximately 247,640 Corolla, Avensis, and Prius vehicles sold in the United Kingdom because the steering shaft in the power steering system may not have been hardened properly during manufacturing, which could cause it to wear and fail over time. A faulty steering shaft could result in loss of steering control. Affected vehicles will need to be inspected and have the shaft replaced if necessary.

Recalling firm

TOYOTA (GB) PLC

Product

Vehicles: TOYOTA () COROLLA, TOYOTA () AVENSIS, TOYOTA () PRIUS. Units affected: 247,640

Reason

It is possible that the splines of the extension shaft on vehicles equipped with Electric Motor assisted Power Steering (EMPS) may not have received the correct hardness treatment. This can cause the spline to distort and wear and eventually result in loss of steering. Remedy: Recall affected vehicles check and if necessary replace the shaft.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2012-12-03

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/c57a6f34-7ddf-40bd-8bb8-a38c9592e978