REC-002818

active

0 Toyota Corolla/RAV4/Echo

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

Recall date: 19 October 2005

Defect

In the subject vehicles, the headlamp dimmer switch contact points may overheat due to high internal electrical resistance caused by residue build up on the surface of the contact points. In the worst case, this overheating may cause the headlamps to become inoperative.

Hazard

If headlamps were to become inoperative this could increase the risk of an accident and injury to a vehicle occupant or other road users. In the event of a serious accident this may result in death.

Remedy

All owners will be contacted individually by letter.

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-002818