In the latest blow to the top Japanese automaker, the recall affects more than a dozen models produced from 2005 through 2010.
Toyota Motor Corp. is recalling nearly 7.5 million vehicles worldwide for a faulty power-window switch, company officials announced today.
DETROIT, MI- Toyota Motor Corp. is recalling nearly 7.5 million vehicles worldwide for a faulty power-window switch, company officials announced Wednesday.
In the latest blow to the top Japanese automaker, the 7.43 million vehicle recall affects more than a dozen models produced from 2005 through 2010.
In North America, the 2.47 million recalls include the 2007-2008 Yaris (about 110,300); 2007 to 2009 RAV4 (approx. 336,400), Tundra (approx. 337,100), Camry (approx. 938,100), 2007 to 2009 Camry Hybrid (approx. 116,800); 2008 to 2009 Scion xD (approx. 34,400), Scion xA (approx. 77,500), Sequoia (approx. 38,500); 2008 Highlander (approx. 135,400), Highlander Hybrid (approx. 23,200); and 2009 Corolla (approx. 270,900) and Matrix (approx. 53,800).
The driver’s side power-window switch, according to Toyota, may experience a “notchy” or sticky feel during operation. If commercially available lubricants are applied to the switch in an attempt to address the issue, melting of the switch assembly or smoke could occur and lead to a fire.
No crashes or injuries have been reported related to the problem, according to Toyota.
The recall fix involves an inspection, switch disassembly and application of special fluorine grease. The switch inspection and repair will be performed at no charge to the vehicle owner and take about an hour.
Owners of vehicles covered by the recall will receive an owner notification letter via first class mail starting in late-October.
According to the Associated Press, the recall also applies to cars in Japan, Europe, Australia, China, Asia and the Middle East.