NHTSA Recall 11V304000
NHTSA Campaign Id 11V304000; Date: Jun. 1, 2011
Loss of power steering, particularly when an operator is actively intending to steer the vehicle, may increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2001 Toyota Prius; 2002 Toyota Prius; 2003 Toyota Prius
Component: Steering:electric Power Assist System
Manufactured by: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Affected Units:: 52,377
Recall Summary:
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2003 prius passenger cars manufactured from January 28, 2000, through may 30, 2003. The steering linkage may loosen, resulting in reduced electric steering assistance when making a left turn.
How to Fix:
Toyota will notify owners and dealers will replace the nuts in the steering linkage free of charge. The safety recall began on July 8, 2011. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 8, 2011
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