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NHTSA recall 02V268000

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Toyota Motor Corporation

October 1, 2002report date
59,394units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: On certain passenger vehicles, if the vehicle is driven under repeated start and stop operation in low ambient temperatures and in deep snow, there is a possibility that snow could accumulate in large quantities inside the rear wheel and freeze. The snow frozen inside the wheel could contact the rear brake line during wheel rotation.

Why it matters: If this condition occurs frequently, the rear brake line could be damaged, which could result in leakage of brake fluid, causing a decrease in brake effectiveness.

The fix: Dealers will replace the rear brake lines. Owner notification began November 9, 2002.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

2001 Toyota Echo, 2002 Toyota Echo.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 02V268000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.