recall information
Recall number
REC-002748
PRA number
2005/7741
Campaign number
5FU031
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Toyota
Model
Camry, Avalon
Affected units
1,445
Identifying features
VDS 53BK36 VIS OXO20055-OXO20806
VDS 53XK36 VIS: OX281292-OX281945
VDS 53XH10- VIS 06033217
VDS 53XK36 VIS: OX281292-OX281945
VDS 53XH10- VIS 06033217
What are the defects?
The No 1 rear suspension arm may have been incorrectly welded. In instances where the weld is not to specification the arm may break at the bush housing weld area and in the worst case vehicle directional control may be affected.
What are the hazards?
Equipment malfunction.
What should consumers do?
All owners will be contacted individually by letter requesting that they return to an authorised Toyota dealer to have the rectification carried out.
Supplier details
Toyota Motor Corporation Australia Ltd
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
