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Recall 06V-188

TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. recalled the 2004 to 2006 Toyota Prius: Steering (electric power assist system).

At a glance

Campaign number
06V-188
Reported
May 31, 2006
Vehicles affected
170,856 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

The intermediate shaft and sliding yoke in the electric power steering system can crack when large forces are applied and the connection may separate or the sleeve may fracture.

The risk

This could result in a loss of steering control of the vehicle.

The fix

Toyota will replace the steering intermediate shaft and inspect the sliding yoke and replace it if necessary. The recall began on june 9, 2006. Owners may contact toyota at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Toyota recall no. 60c.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