Recall 05V-227
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. recalled the 2005 Toyota Avalon: Steering (column).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 05V-227
- Reported
- May 16, 2005
- Vehicles affected
- 4,855 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, the steering yoke was not welded to the steering shaft. If the vehicle is operated in this condition, there is a possibility that the yoke may come off from the shaft, and could result in a loss of vehicle steering control.
The risk
Loss of control of the vehicle could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the steering yoke and shaft weld condition, and replace the steering column assembly free of charge. The recall began on may 2, 2005. Owners may contact toyota at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Toyota recall no. Ssc 50f.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Toyota Avalon 2005