recall information
Recall number
REC-003339
PRA number
2010/12142
Campaign number
0511L
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Toyota
Model
Coaster Bus HZB50, BB50
Affected units
2,168
What are the defects?
Frequent operation of the intermittent wiper circuit may cause the relay contact points to separate from the contact arm, resulting in an electrical short circuit and the wipers being inoperative.
What are the hazards?
In the worst case scenario, there is a possibility of smoke emission from the front windscreen wiper switch assembly.
What should consumers do?
Owners are advised not to use the intermittent wiper function until the recall action is complete. All vehicles affected by the recall will have the front wiper switch replaced with an improved one.
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.
