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2002 Toyota Avalon recalls

There is 1 safety recall on record for the 2002 Toyota Avalon, covering 372,593 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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SteeringReported July 29, 2010 · 372,593 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2000-2004 avalon vehicles. Due to improper casting of the steering lock bar, there is a possibility that a minute crack may develop on the surface of the lock bar. Such a crack may expand over a long period of repeated lock and unlock operations, and eventually the lock bar could break.
Risk
Should the steering lock bar break, the steering wheel would lock and the driver would lose the ability to steer the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the steering interlock device free of charge. The safety recall began on september 7, 2010. Owners may contact toyota at 1‑800‑331‑4331.

Recall number 10V345000 · Recall details

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How many recalls does the 2002 Toyota Avalon have?

1, covering steering.

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