REC-001288

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0 Toyota Prius

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Toyota Motor Corporation Australia Limited

Recall date: 13 October 2016

Defect

During normal vehicle operation, the parking brake cable could disengage from the rear brake calliper, causing the parking brake to become inoperative.

Hazard

If the parking brake does not engage and the transmission is left in a gear other than 'park', the vehicle could roll away, increasing the risk of an accident or cause an injury.

Remedy

Affected Prius owners will be contacted by mail at their last known address, inviting them to make an appointment with their preferred Toyota Dealer to have the repair carried out free of charge.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Toyota Motor Corporation Australia Limited — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-001288