Toyota HILUX (2020–2021)

Published 2021-05-23

What the hazard is

If a short circuit occurs, this may cause a fire. A vehicle fire could increase the risk of an accident, serious injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders, and/or damage to property.

What to do

Toyota will contact affected owners in writing via letter, email or SMS if available, requesting that owners make an appointment at their preferred Toyota dealer for rectification, free of charge. To find a local dealer, visit https://www.toyota.com.au/find-a-dealer For further information, consumers should contact the Toyota Recall Assist helpline on 1800 987 366 (Monday to Friday, 8am - 6pm AEST).

Defect

The power wire for the cargo roller cover may be routed incorrectly and may chafe against the battery clamp post. If the power wire insulation is damaged, this may lead to a short circuit.

Read the official notice on vehiclerecalls.gov.au

Data sourced from vehiclerecalls.gov.au. autozoo is an independent service. A repair under a recall is free to the owner.