Toyota () Avensis: Steering - Wear Of The Intermediate Shaft Spline
- Recalling firm
- TOYOTA (GB) PLC
- Product
- Vehicles: TOYOTA () AVENSIS. Units affected: 21,254
- Reason
- It is possible on certain Avensis models fitted with Electric Motor assisted Power Steering (EMPS) that the intermediate steering shaft was incorrectly assembled this can result in premature wear of the shaft splines. This is identified by the abnormal noise produced however if the vehicle continues to be driven in this condition it may become difficult or in the worst case impossible to steer. Remedy: Inspect and if necessary replace the intermediate steering shaft.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2004-05-05
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/d219499e-57c5-4672-ad21-1fdb2d3410c8