Component
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
What Happened
The Power Window Master Switch (PWMS) is a part that controls your power windows. In some 2009-2011 Toyota and Scion models, the switch may not have enough lubricant, which could let dust and water get in and cause a short circuit.
Risk if Unfixed
If dust and water get inside the switch, it could overheat and melt, leading to a fire. This is a serious risk because it could happen while you're driving, or even while you're parked.
Free Fix
Your Toyota dealer will inspect the switch and apply lubricant if it's okay. If there's a problem, they'll replace the circuit board for free, and you'll be notified when the repair is ready.
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Original — What Happened
Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, and 2009-2010 Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. During the manufacturing of the Power Window Master Switch (PWMS), grease lubricant may have been inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the sliding electrical contacts are not protected by lubricant, debris and moisture that get into the switch may cause a short circuit and the switch assembly may overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the switch, applying a lubricant if no abnormality is found. If abnormality is found, the PWMS circuit board will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is C0M.
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