Overview
| MLIT filing number | 1216572 |
|---|---|
| Type | Statutory Recall (government-mandated recall) |
| Date filed | March 31, 2010 |
| Manufacturer(s) | Toyota |
| Component | Shock absorber |
| Production period | February 25, 2008 — December 16, 2008 |
| Vehicles affected | 11,131 units |
Defect
On the rear wheel shock absorbers, the axle-side mounting bolts may have been tightened below the specified torque. Vibration during driving can cause these bolts to loosen, producing abnormal noise. Continued use allows the mounting to separate, which may compromise vehicle stability.
Corrective action
On all vehicles, retighten the shock absorber mounting bolts to the specified torque.
Affected models & chassis ranges
This filing lists 2 type code(s). A vehicle is affected if its chassis number falls within one of the ranges below.
| Type code (型式) | Model | Chassis ranges |
|---|---|---|
| ABF-S402M | Townace | S402M-0000113 — S402M-0008963 |
| ABF-S402U | Townace | S402U-0000101 — S402U-0002670 |
Original Japanese (MLIT source text)
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状況
②後輪ショックアブソーバにおいて、車軸側取付けボルトの締付けトルクが不足しているものがあるため、走行中の振動等で当該ボルトが緩んで異音が発生し、そのまま使用を続けると、取付け部が外れ車両安定性を損なうおそれがある。
改善措置
②全車両、当該ショックアブソーバ取付けボルトを正規トルクで締め付ける。
Source & verification
This entry reproduces public data from Japan's MLIT recall registry. English text is jdmvin.com's own translation; always verify against the official source:
https://renrakuda.mlit.go.jp/renrakuda/ris-detail-car.html?class=recalldatacar&id=3006628