TOYOTA announced a problem with the Avensis,Corolla, Prius affecting a total of 39,372 vehicles.
It is possible that the connections at the intermediate shaft and sliding yoke of the steering column may become loose and if the symptoms are ignored steering control can be lost. Vehicles built from 01/01/2003 to 12/31/2005 are at risk.
The following remedial action is necessary to address this problem. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the steering intermediate shaft. In addition, inspect the sliding yoke and intermediate shaft extension and replace if necessary. This recall is staggered starting with Prius and Corrolla. Avensis customer letters will be sent out over the next three months
Vehicles with the following identification numbers are affected:
JTDKB2#U#03000017 to JTDKB2#U#03139876 JTD#X2#E#03000010 to JTD#X2#E#03005194 JTD#Z2#E#00002615 to JTD#Z2#E#00016809 JTDKB2#U#00001083 to JTDKB2#U#00133153 JTDKB2#U#07000039 to JTDKB2#U#07059085 SB1#R5#L#0E001005 to SB1#R5#L#0E145507
If you think that your vehicle may be affected by this recall you should
find your nearest TOYOTA dealer
who will be able to confirm whether or not your car is safe and arrange its free repair if necessary.
Source: UK Government's Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA).
