REC-001608

active

2020–2021 Toyota HILUX

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Toyota Motor Corporation

Recall date: 23 May 2021

Defect

The power wire for the cargo roller cover may be routed incorrectly and may chafe against the battery clamp post. If the power wire insulation is damaged, this may lead to a short circuit.

Hazard

If a short circuit occurs, this may cause a fire. A vehicle fire could increase the risk of an accident, serious injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders, and/or damage to property.

Remedy

Toyota will contact affected owners in writing via letter, email or SMS if available, requesting that owners make an appointment at their preferred Toyota dealer for rectification, free of charge. To find a local dealer, visit https://www.toyota.com.au/find-a-dealer For further information, consumers should contact the Toyota Recall Assist helpline on 1800 987 366 (Monday to Friday, 8am - 6pm AEST).

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Toyota Motor Corporation — 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-001608