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TOYOTA Recall Check

Checking TOYOTA Recall Notices When Buying a Used TOYOTA Car

Purchasing a used TOYOTA car can be a savvy financial decision, but it also comes with its own set of challenges and risks. One critical aspect that can often be overlooked is checking for any outstanding recall notices on the vehicle. Recalls are issued by TOYOTA to address safety issues that could potentially lead to accidents, injuries, or even fatalities. Hence, ignoring them could be perilous. In this article, we discuss why it's important to check for recall notices and how you can go about doing it.

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Why Check for Recalls?

Manufacturers issue recalls when they discover defects or issues that may compromise the safety of a vehicle. These defects can range from faulty airbags and brakes to electrical system malfunctions. When you purchase a used TOYOTA car, it may have one or more such unresolved issues that the previous owner didn't address. Ensuring that any recall work has been completed not only safeguards you and your passengers but also adds to the longevity and reliability of the vehicle.

Steps to Check for Recall Notices

Checking for recall notices might seem like a daunting task, but it is fairly straightforward. Here are some simple steps you can follow:

Obtain the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): The VIN is a unique 17-character serial number that can usually be found on the driver’s side dashboard or inside the driver’s side door. It can also be found in the vehicle's registration and insurance documents.
Enter the VIN: Enter your VIN number here to carry out a free recall check. The results will provide details on the specific issues and whether they have been resolved.
Search by Make & Manufacturer: Select the Vehicle Type, Manufacturer, and model to carry out a vehicle recall check here.
Contact the Manufacturer or Local Dealer: If you find any outstanding recalls, contact the vehicle manufacturer or your local dealer to get them resolved. Most recall work is done free of charge.

Additional Tips

Ask for Maintenance Records: Request maintenance and repair records from the seller, which may indicate if recall work has already been done.
Use Our Services: There are several services available online that compile vehicle history reports, including recall information. Though there will be a small fee if you want the complete history, it can be well worth the peace of mind.
Stay Updated: Sign up for email alerts from the manufacturer to receive notifications of any future recalls.

Conclusion

Ensuring that a used car is free from any unresolved recall notices is a key step in the car-buying process. It's a simple yet essential practice that can help you avoid potential safety hazards and costly repairs down the road. By taking the time to check, you'll contribute to a safer driving experience for yourself and others on the road.

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We have TOYOTA recalls for the models below.

1. Avensis 2. Corolla3. Prius

1. Prius2. FCHV

Auris

Auris (TMUK)

Auris and Corolla.

Auris HV

Avanza

Avensis

Avensis and Corolla Verso

Avensis and RAV4

Avensis Verso

AYGO

Aygo X

Berlingo (Citroen) Partner (Peugeot) Proace city(Toyota) Combo(Opel)

bZ4X

C-HR

C-HR (TMMT) and Corolla (TMUK)

C-HR TMMT

CAMRY

Celica

COROLLA

COROLLA / LEXUS NX300

COROLLA CROSS

Corolla Cross and NX

Corolla Matrix

CT200h

FJ Cruiser

FJ Cruiser Trail Teams Ultimate Edition

GR Supra

GR Yaris

GR86

GT86

Hiace

HIGHLANDER

HILUX

Hilux and Rav4

HR HYBRID

HR Hybrid, Prius and Prius Plug

iQ e Urban Cruiser.

Land Cruiser

Land Cruiser 100

Land Cruiser Prado

LAND CRUISER PRADO (Toyota)

Landcruiser

LC200

Lexus CT200h

Lexus IS

Lexus SC430

LX600

Matrix

MIRAI

Mutiple models

NX300h

NX450h+

Picnic

Prius

Prius and RX450h

Prius and Prius +

Prius and Prius PHV

PRIUS PHEV

Prius PHV

Prius Plus

Prius+

Proace

PROACE CITY

Proace Verso

RAV4

RAV4 HEV

RAV4 PHEV

RAV4 PHV; Lexus: NX450h+

RX300

RX350

RX350h

RX450h

RX450H (Lexus)

RX450h+

RX500h

SC430

Scion

Starlet and Yaris

Supra

Tacoma

TOYOTA AURIS

Toyota Corolla Verso

Toyota Land Cruiser 120

Toyota Lexus

Toyota Yaris

Toyota: C-HR

Tundra

Urban Cruiser and Yaris

UX200

UX300e

Various models

Venza

Verso

Verso and Corolla

Verso S.

Verso-S

Voltz

XEAM10

YARIS

Yaris and SC430

Yaris and Yaris HV

Yaris Cross

Yaris GRMN

Yaris Hatchback and Urban Cruiser

Yaris HEV

Yaris HV

Yaris Hybrid

Yaris Verso

Yaris.

YEAM15/ JTM

13/09/2019 - Toyota and Lexus
Avensis, Avensis Verso, Corolla, Yaris and SC430

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The ammonium nitrate propellant used in the airbag inflator may degrade over time due to propellant degradation occurring after prolonged exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures and high-temperature cycling. In the event of an airbag being deployed, the excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator body to rupture and metal fragments may pass through the cushion material causing injury to the occupants.

Model Numbers:

e11*98/14*0181, e11*2001/116*0181), Yaris (e11*2001/116*0248, e11*2001/116*0249, e6*98/14*0064, e6*2001/116*0064, e2*98/14*0248, e2*2001/116*0248), SC430 (e6*98/14*0084, e6*2001/116*0084), type approval number: Avensis (e11*2001/116*0196), Avensis Verso (e6*98/14*0083, e6*2001/116*0083), Corolla (e11*98/14*0179, e11*2001/116*0179, e11*98/14*0180, e11*2001/116*0180,

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 2001 and 2011.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

13/09/2019 - Toyota and Lexus
Avensis, Avensis Verso, Corolla, Yaris and SC430

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 2001 and 2011.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

13/09/2019 - Toyota and Lexus
Avensis, Avensis Verso, Corolla, Yaris and SC430

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 2001 and 2011.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

13/09/2019 - Toyota and Lexus
Avensis, Avensis Verso, Corolla, Yaris and SC430

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 2001 and 2011.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

09/08/2019 - Toyota
Proace

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The seat belt on the front passenger seat may unbuckle unintentionally. As a result, the front seat passenger would not be secured in the event of an accident, increasing the risk of an injury.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e2*2007/46*0538, e2*2007/46*0537

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 03 March 2016 and 28 February 2019.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

09/08/2019 - Toyota
Proace

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The seat belt on the front passenger seat may unbuckle unintentionally. As a result, the front seat passenger would not be secured in the event of an accident, increasing the risk of an injury.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e2*2007/46*0538, e2*2007/46*0537

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 03 March 2016 and 28 February 2019.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

09/08/2019 - Toyota
Proace

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The seat belt on the front passenger seat may unbuckle unintentionally. As a result, the front seat passenger would not be secured in the event of an accident, increasing the risk of an injury.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e2*2007/46*0538, e2*2007/46*0537

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 03 March 2016 and 28 February 2019.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

09/08/2019 - Toyota, Lexus
Various models

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The brake booster pump motor may stop working due to a defective plastic brush holder. As a result, the braking assistance could be lost completely after several attempts to apply the brake pedal. A sudden and complete loss of braking assistance while driving could increase the vehicle stopping distance and may increase the risk of an accident.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e6*2007/46*0322*00, e6*2007/46*0289*01, e9*2007/46*0340, e6*2007/46*0250*01, e6*2007/46*0263*01; model year: 2019;, model codes: Camry (AXVH71), RAV4 (AXAH52, AXAH54), Prius (ZVW50, ZVW55), Prius PHV (ZVW52), ES300h (AXZH10), UX250h (MZAH10, MZAH15), LC500h (GWZ100), LC500 (URZ100) and LS500/500h (GVF55);

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 26 April 2019 and 6 June 2019.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

09/08/2019 - Toyota
Proace

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The seat belt on the front passenger seat may unbuckle unintentionally. As a result, the front seat passenger would not be secured in the event of an accident, increasing the risk of an injury.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e2*2007/46*0538, e2*2007/46*0537

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 03 March 2016 and 28 February 2019.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

12/07/2019 - Toyota
Yaris

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Defective soldering may cause a transistor to separate from the circuit board of the DC-DC converter. As a result, the auxiliary battery may no longer receive power from the DC-DC converter. If the auxiliary battery is discharged to a certain level, the hybrid system could shut down, resulting in loss of motive power. Loss of motive power while driving could increase the risk of an accident.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval number: e11*2007/46*0152; model code NHP130; VIN range: VDS-KD3D3#//VIS - 0A426766 - 0A586475

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 06 February 2018 - 02 April 2019;

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

31/05/2019 - Toyota
Hilux, RAV4, Yaris

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The gas generator on the driver side frontal airbag may be defective. Metal fragments can be released when the airbag is activated, causing injury to the occupants.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e11*2007/46*2587*, e6*2001/116*0105*, e11*2007/46*0152*; types: AN1P(EU,N), XA3(a), XP13M(a)

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between January 2015 and November 2018.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

31/05/2019 - Toyota
Hilux, RAV4, Yaris

No Image available

Check This Car for the following recall:

The gas generator on the driver side frontal airbag may be defective. Metal fragments can be released when the airbag is activated, causing injury to the occupants.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e11*2007/46*2587*, e6*2001/116*0105*, e11*2007/46*0152*; types: AN1P(EU,N), XA3(a), XP13M(a)

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between January 2015 and November 2018.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View