Toyota () Avensis: Towing Hitch May Detach

Recalling firm
TOYOTA (GB) PLC
Product
Vehicles: TOYOTA () AVENSIS. Units affected: 12
Reason
It has been identified thaton certain vehicles equipped with a genuine Toyota towing hitch the hitch installation bolts were over-tightened. In the worst case the bolts may break under certain conditions of usage. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the hitch installation bolts replaced and tightened to the correct torque.
Classification
Class II
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2009-11-18
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/ce7e4d6d-82d8-40c3-b7ae-b70627385f6c