New Toyota Recall Affects 412,000 Lexus and Toyota Models
By Chris Weiss
Toyota announced today that it will recall 412,000 U.S. vehicles for a steering issue beginning next month. Models affected are 2000 to 2004 Toyota Avalons and 2003 to 2007 Lexus LX 470 models.
The steering lock bar on Toyota Avalon models is prone to breakage and could potentially lead to a locking steering wheel. The Lexus LX 470 experiences a different steering issue that relates to the snap ring on the steering shaft, which can disengage during sudden impacts (i.e. pot holes) and cause the steering shaft to disengage over time. Dealers will replace these faulty components.
Three Avalon accidents have been reported with no injuries, and no accidents involving the Lexus LX 470 have been reported. [via InsideLine]
