recall information
Recall number
REC-002989
PRA number
2007/9300
Campaign number
7525E
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Toyota
Model
Camry ACV36R
Affected units
142,673
Identifying features
ACV36R. WMI 6T1. VDS 53BK36. VIS 0X000001 ~ 0X107554. MCV36R. WMI 6T1. VDS 53XK36. VIS 0X270001 ~ 0X321501
What are the defects?
The headlamp switch contact points over time may oxidise (corrode) due to insufficient current flow through the switch. This oxidation may cause the headlamps (low or high beam) to flicker without warning and in the worst case may cause the headlamps to extinguish momentarily.
What are the hazards?
Malfunction
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.