recall information
Recall number
REC-002885
PRA number
2006/8298
Campaign number
5526M
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Toyota
Model
RAV4
Affected units
697
Identifying features
71SC10: 00094629 - 00100908. 72SC11: 00013195 - 00033869.
What are the defects?
In the suspension system of the subject vehicles, due to insufficient surface treatment prior to the painting process, the paint on the front coil spring may not have adhered properly, which could cause the coil spring to be susceptible to corrosion in highly corrosive environments such as where road salt is used. If the vehicle is operated in this condition for an extended period, the spring may corrode and, in the worst case, fracture.
What are the hazards?
Critical driving situations.
What should consumers do?
All owners of affected vehicles will be contacted individually by letter.
Supplier details
Toyota Motor Corporation Australia Limited
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
