2005 Toyota Avalon recall: column
Toyota Motor North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on May 16, 2005. It covers about 4,855 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 4,855
- reported
- May 16, 2005
- owners notified
- May 2, 2005
- related complaints
- 42
Steering: column
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, the steering yoke was not welded to the steering shaft. If the vehicle is operated in this condition, there is a possibility that the yoke may come off from the shaft, and could result in a loss of vehicle steering control.
- Risk
- Loss of control of the vehicle could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the steering yoke and shaft weld condition, and replace the steering column assembly free of charge. The recall began on may 2, 2005. Owners may contact toyota at 1‑800‑331‑4331.
Recall number 05V227000
Affected vehicles
- Toyota Avalon 2005 2005
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 42 complaints about steering problems.
Questions about recall 05V227000
Is there a recall on the 2005 Toyota Avalon column?
Yes. Recall 05V227000, reported on May 16, 2005, covers about 4,855 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 05V227000?
Dealers will inspect the steering yoke and shaft weld condition, and replace the steering column assembly free of charge. The recall began on may 2, 2005. Owners may contact toyota at 1‑800‑331‑4331.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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