NHTSA recall 12V491000
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What's wrong: The power window master switch assemblies in some of these vehicles were built using a less precise process for lubricating the internal components of the switch assemblies. Irregularities in this lubrication process may cause the power window master switch assemblies to malfunction and overheat.
Why it matters: If the switch overheats, it may melt, possibly resulting in a fire.
The fix: Toyota will notify its owners, and dealers will inspect the switch and apply a special grease that inhibits heat build up or replace any switch damaged by the defect, free of charge. Toyota owners that experience a problem with a switch should not attempt to make repairs, but should contact their…
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 2007 Toyota Camry
- 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid
- 2007 Toyota RAV4
- 2007 Toyota Tundra
- 2007 Toyota Yaris
- 2008 Scion Xb
- 2008 Scion Xd
- 2008 Toyota Camry
- 2008 Toyota Camry Hybrid
- 2008 Toyota Highlander
- 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
- 2008 Toyota RAV4
- 2008 Toyota Sequoia
- 2008 Toyota Tundra
- 2008 Toyota Yaris
- 2009 Pontiac Vibe
- 2009 Scion Xb
- 2009 Scion Xd
- 2009 Toyota Camry
- 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid
- 2009 Toyota Corolla
- 2009 Toyota Matrix
- 2009 Toyota RAV4
- 2009 Toyota Sequoia
All model years NHTSA lists
2009 Pontiac Vibe, 2008 Scion Xb, 2009 Scion Xb, 2008 Scion Xd, 2009 Scion Xd, 2007 Toyota Camry, 2008 Toyota Camry, 2009 Toyota Camry, 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid, 2008 Toyota Camry Hybrid, 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 2009 Toyota Corolla Matrix, 2008 Toyota Highlander, 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Toyota Rav4, 2008 Toyota Rav4, 2009 Toyota Rav4, 2008 Toyota Sequoia, 2009 Toyota Sequoia, 2007 Toyota Tundra, 2008 Toyota Tundra, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 12V491000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.