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Campaign 05V227000

Critical Plain English
ID: #05V227000 MFR: TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.

What This Recall Means

Component

STEERING:COLUMN

What Happened
The steering column in your vehicle connects your steering wheel to the wheels. Unfortunately, the steering yoke in certain models wasn't properly attached to the steering shaft.
Risk if Unfixed
If the yoke comes loose, you might lose control of your vehicle while driving, which could cause a crash.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix
Your Toyota dealer will inspect and replace the steering column assembly, free of charge, to ensure it's securely attached. This repair is free, so schedule it as soon as possible.

Affected Vehicles

2005 TOYOTA Avalon

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #05V227000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

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