Front coil spring may fracture resulting in the possibility of tyre damage
TOYOTA announced a problem with the RAV4 affecting a total of 1,998 vehicles.
Due to insufficient surface treatment prior to painting, the paint on the front coil springs may not have adhered properly. This can render the spring susceptible to corrosion in environments where road salt is used. Prolonged use of the vehicle in this condition may cause the spring to fracture, which in extreme cases can lead to tyre damage. Vehicles built from 05/19/1995 to 07/31/1995 are at risk.
Recalled vehicles will have both front coil springs replaced with quality assured items.
Vehicles with the following identification numbers are affected:
JT171SC1*00094625 to JT171SC1*00100925 JT172SC1*00013120 to JT172SC1*00033614
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).
