2001-2003 Toyota Prius recall: electric power assist system
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing reported this safety recall on June 1, 2011. It covers about 52,377 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 52,377
- reported
- Jun 1, 2011
- owners notified
- Jul 8, 2011
- related complaints
- 164
Steering: electric power assist system
- What is wrong
- Toyota is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2003 prius passenger cars manufactured from january 28, 2000, through may 30, 2003. The steering linkage may loosen, resulting in reduced electric steering assistance when making a left turn.
- Risk
- Loss of power steering, particularly when an operator is actively intending to steer the vehicle, may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Toyota will notify owners and dealers will replace the nuts in the steering linkage free of charge. The safety recall began on july 8, 2011. Owners may contact toyota at 1‑800‑331‑4331.
Recall number 11V304000
Affected vehicles
- Toyota Prius 2001-2003 200120022003
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 164 complaints about steering problems.
Questions about recall 11V304000
Is there a recall on the 2001-2003 Toyota Prius electric power assist system?
Yes. Recall 11V304000, reported on June 1, 2011, covers about 52,377 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 11V304000?
Toyota will notify owners and dealers will replace the nuts in the steering linkage free of charge. The safety recall began on july 8, 2011. 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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