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Old 10-10-2012, 08:29 AM   #1
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Default Toyota recalls 2.5 million vehicles over fire risk

Filed under: Government/Legal, Recalls, Safety, Toyota


Toyota has announced a voluntary of around 2.5 million vehicles for faulty window switches. The automaker says the driver's side power window master switch may develop a sticky or notchy feel during operation, and that if owners or technicians apply commercial lubricant, the switch my smoke or catch fire.

The recall covers certain Yaris, RAV4, Tundra, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Sequoia, Corolla and Matrix models as well as Scion xD and xA units. All vehicles fall between the model years 2007 and 2009. Over 200 incidents involving the switches have been reported in the US alone, though the trouble hasn't caused any accidents or injuries.

Toyota technicians will inspect, disassemble and apply special flourine grease to the switches free of charge. Owners can expect to receive a recall notice starting later this month. The recall only covers US vehicles and does not involve any other Lexus or Scion units. Take a look at the full press release below.Continue reading Toyota recalls 2.5 million vehicles over fire risk
Toyota recalls 2.5 million vehicles over fire risk originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 10 Oct 2012 08:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.


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