Your vehicle's steering linkage may loosen, affecting the electric power assist system, especially when turning left.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you may lose power steering, making it harder to steer the vehicle, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Toyota will replace the nuts in the steering linkage at no cost to you, and you can contact them at 1-800-331-4331 to schedule the free repair.
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Original — What Happened
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2001 THROUGH 2003 PRIUS PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 28, 2000, THROUGH MAY 30, 2003. THE STEERING LINKAGE MAY LOOSEN, RESULTING IN REDUCED ELECTRIC STEERING ASSISTANCE WHEN MAKING A LEFT TURN.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
LOSS OF POWER STEERING, PARTICULARLY WHEN AN OPERATOR IS ACTIVELY INTENDING TO STEER THE VEHICLE, MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE NUTS IN THE STEERING LINKAGE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 8, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
Your vehicle's crankshaft position sensor might have a small problem with its electrical connector, which could allow engine oil to get inside and cause issues.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, it could cause your engine to stall while driving, and you might not be able to restart it, which increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Don't worry, it's free! Your dealership will replace the crankshaft position sensor for you at no cost. Just schedule a visit to get it taken care of.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, DUE TO IMPROPER MOLDING OF THE RESIN BODY OF THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENOR INSTALLED ON THE ENGINE BLOCK, ENGINE OIL MAY PENETRATE THE SEAL AND ENTER THE SENSOR WIRING CONNECTOR. THE WIRE HARNESS CONNECTOR MAY NOT BE SUFFICIENTLY ATTACHED TO THE LOCKING TAB OF THE SENSOR WIRING CONNECTOR.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
ENGINE OIL INSIDE THE SENSOR WIRING CONNECTOR COULD CAUSE EXPANSION DUE TO THE HEAT OF THE ENGINE AND COULD DEFORM THE SENSOR WIRING CONNECTOR. THE CONNECTOR MAY BECOME DISCONNECTED, WHICH COULD CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL WHILE DRIVING AND NOT BE ABLE TO BE RESTARTED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 26, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
Your vehicle's steering gear box may have a problem with the torque sensor, which helps the power steering system work properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If this isn't fixed, you might see a warning icon on your dashboard, and steering could become harder than usual, especially at higher speeds.
Free Fix
The dealership will fix your electric steering gear box for free, so you can drive with peace of mind.
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Original — What Happened
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. INSUFFICIENT ELECTRICAL CONTACT CAN OCCUR IN THE TORQUE SENSOR THAT CONTROLS THE POWER ASSIST OPERATION OF THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING GEAR BOX. THE TORQUE SENSOR COULD SEND IMPROPER ELECTRICAL SIGNALS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THIS OCCURS, THE POWER STEERING WARNING ICON WILL BE DISPLAYED ON THE CENTER PANEL, AND THE DRIVER COULD EXPERIENCE HIGHER THAN NORMAL STEERING EFFORT DEPENDING UPON VEHICLE SPEED.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE ELECTRIC STEERING GEAR BOX.
