recall information
Recall number
REC-003322
PRA number
2010/11961
Campaign number
0531H
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Toyota
Model
Hilux
Affected units
116,482
What are the defects?
When the vehicle is frequently accelerated and decelerated quickly on severely corrugated roads that specifically feature large numbers of cattle grid crossings, the rear tailshaft centre bearing brackets may detach.
What are the hazards?
In the worst case scenario, the propeller shaft could detach from the vehicle.
What should consumers do?
All owners of affected vehicles will receive a Recall Notification Letter.
Owners are advised to contact their authorised Toyota Dealership for inspection and rectification.
Owners are advised to contact their authorised Toyota Dealership for inspection and rectification.
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.
