REC-005888

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2020–2023 Toyota Yaris Petrol (MXPA10) & Yaris Hybrid (MXPH10) Yaris Ascent Sport 1.5L Petrol, Yaris Hybrid Ascent Sport 1.5L, Yaris Hybrid SX 1.5L, Yaris Hybrid ZR 1.5L, Yaris SX 1.5L Petrol, Yaris ZR 1.5L Petrol

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION AUSTRALIA LIMITED

Recall date: 8 February 2024

Defect

Due to a durability issue, the front lower suspension arm may develop cracks and corrode when exposed to road snow melting agents. This could cause the suspension to collapse and detach from the vehicle. As a result, the vehicle may experience a sudden loss of steering control.

Hazard

A loss of steering control could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and/or other road users.

Remedy

Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Toyota in writing, and are asked to make an appointment to have the front lower suspension arm replaced, free of charge.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION AUSTRALIA LIMITED — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: vehiclerecalls.gov.au