Apr 3, 2015

Your local Peruzzi dealership can help you understand and remedy recalls. In March Toyota announced it would be recalling over 110,000 Toyota sedan and SUVs models. If you want to know more about the recall, your trusted dealership professionals can help you out. Pennsylvania area Toyota service team discusses the recent power steering recall.

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Which Vehicles are Affected?

According to the March announcement from Toyota, the company is recalling the following vehicles:

  • 2015 Camry sedans and hybrid versions sedans
  • 2015 Highlander SUVs and hybrid versions
  • 2014-2015 RAV4 SUVs

 

What is the Issue?

The affected models may have faulty circuit boards that can shut power steering to the vehicles. The vehicle will revert to manual steering only, which can make it difficult to steer the vehicle, especially at low speeds. The company will replace the steering system’s electronic control unit.

 

Is My Vehicle Recalled?

Consumers who are concerned about the recent recall can call Toyota or the NHTSA. As of March 15, 2015, the NHTSA had not yet posted all of the complete recall filings. Consumers affected by the power steering recall will be notified by Toyota via US mail. The recall letter will identify the problem, the affected vehicles, and the remedy. The letter requests consumers contact the dealership for an immediate repair, free of charge. If you are still concerned, you can make a few phone calls or hit the web.

  • Contact Toyota customer service or the dealership directly to inquire about the recent recall announcement
  • Visit safercar.gov to look up recall information for your specific vehicle. You can research by year, make and mode, or you can input your vehicle’s VIN.