TOYOTA AVENSIS ( 21/08/2002 – 14/10/2008) DEFECT: It is possible that the splines of the extension shaft on vehicles equipped with Electric Motor assisted Power Steering (EMPS) may not have received the correct hardness treatment. This can cause the spline to distort and wear and eventually result in loss of steering.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles check and if necessary replace the shaft.
| Recall Launch Date | 03/12/2012 |
| Recall No. | R/2012/145 |
| Models Affected | Prius Corolla and Avensis |
| Manufacturer Ref | |
| VIN Start | SB1DZ55L##E000531 |
| VIN end | SB1DZ55L##E049032 |
| Build Start | 21/08/2002 |
| Build end | 14/10/2008 |
| Vehicle numbers (UK) | 61910 |
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