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Toyota Previa recalls

There are 3 safety recalls on record for the Toyota Previa, covering 232,379 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

Toyota Previa recalls by model year

1997 11991 2

All recalls

Power train: driveline: differential unitReported April 4, 1997 · 707 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Due to a clearance between the oil separator plate and the differential housing of the front differential unit, oil leakage at the air breather plug can occur, when the vehicle is operated continuously above 75 miles per hour.
Risk
Oil leakage will result in a sufficiently low oil supply to cause bearing damage to the front differential unit leading to eventual seizure of the unit increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a modified air breather plug to prevent such oil loss.

Recall number 97V056000 · Recall details

Equipment: electrical: radio/tape deck/cd etc.Reported September 13, 1993 · 155,809 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Failure of a specific electronic component in the radios causes an electrical short circuit.
Risk
If the failure occurs, it could result in a passengercompartment fire.
Remedy
Repair the radio.

Recall number 93V147000 · Recall details

Visibility: windshield wiper/washerReported July 7, 1993 · 75,863 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Certain windshield wiper components are subject to premature failure due to insufficient strength to function under high load levels.
Risk
The windshield wiper assembly can fail and ceaseoperation entirely, resulting in reduced driver visibility in inclement weather.
Remedy
Install new wiper motors, certain wiper arm components, and retorque the wiper arm pivot.

Recall number 93V113000 · Recall details

Questions about the Toyota Previa recalls

How do I check if my Toyota Previa has an open recall?

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the Toyota Previa have?

3, covering power train, equipment and visibility.

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