recall information
Recall number
REC-006578
Campaign number
6WU02
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Toyota
Model
Toyota Hilux (GUN226R, GUN227R, GUN236R)
Variants
Hilux 4x2, Hilux 4x4
Year range
2025 - 2026
Affected units
13,390
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
The operation of the Electronic Power Steering System (EPS) may be impacted due to incorrect fitment of its wire harness during the installation of Toyota Genuine Bull Bar or Nudge Bar with light bar combination. During installation, the EPS wire harness ground connection may have been re-installed incorrectly. This may cause a poor electrical contact, potentially resulting in a sudden loss of power steering assist whilst driving.
What are the hazards?
A loss of power steering assist whilst driving, could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.
What should consumers do?
Toyota will contact affected owners in writing, requesting to make an appointment at their preferred Toyota dealer who will inspect and if required rectify the vehicle, free of charge.
To find a local dealer visit, https://www.toyota.com.au/find-a-dealer
or to make an appointment visit, https://www.toyota.com.au/owners/service/online-service-booking
For further information, consumers should contact the Toyota Recall Assist helpline on 1800 987 366 (Monday to Friday, 8am - 7pm AEST / AEDT).
To find a local dealer visit, https://www.toyota.com.au/find-a-dealer
or to make an appointment visit, https://www.toyota.com.au/owners/service/online-service-booking
For further information, consumers should contact the Toyota Recall Assist helpline on 1800 987 366 (Monday to Friday, 8am - 7pm AEST / AEDT).
Supplier details
TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION AUSTRALIA LIMITED
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Toyota Recall Assist Support Line
Contact phone
1800 987 366
Contact email
recallsupport@toyota.dataresponse.com.au
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
