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Recall 01V-072

TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. recalled the 2001 Toyota Avalon and 2 other models: Structure (frame and members).

At a glance

Campaign number
01V-072
Reported
March 5, 2001
Vehicles affected
545 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The front sub frame assembly has not been adequately welded.

The risk

This condition could cause failure of the assembly following long-term usage, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the front sub frame, if necessary. Owner notification began april 9, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact toyota at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).

Affected vehicles