Toyota recalls cars over loose bolts
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Toyota Vietnam has called back 721 vehicles to fix a bolt issue that could stall operation. The recall, starting Monday, involves 183 Innovas and 538 Fortuners, manufactured between January 21 and May 11.
The affected vehicles were equipped with automatic transmissions, in which the steering wheel is connected to the torque converter by six bolts. Automaker Toyota Vietnam said due to errors in the assembly process, these bolts may not be tightened as usual and might come loose when the vehicle is operating.
Loose bolts create abnormal noise in the engine compartment when the driver applies the brake pedal, or when shifting gears. In special cases, the vehicle cannot move.
Car owners can take their vehicles to a Toyota dealership for tightening the bolts which would take between 20-30 minutes.
Last year, Toyota was the best-selling car brand in Vietnam with 78,795 units sold, followed by TC Motor with 69,916 Hyundai cars.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific vehicle models are affected by this recall?
Which specific vehicle models are affected by this recall?
The recall involves 183 Innovas and 538 Fortuners. These vehicles were manufactured between January 21 and May 11, and are equipped with automatic transmissions.
Q.What is the underlying cause of the bolt issue?
What is the underlying cause of the bolt issue?
Toyota Vietnam stated that errors in the assembly process led to the bolts not being tightened correctly. This allows them to potentially come loose when the vehicle is in operation.
Q.What are the potential consequences if the bolts become loose?
What are the potential consequences if the bolts become loose?
Loose bolts can cause abnormal noise in the engine compartment when braking or shifting gears. In some special cases, this issue could also prevent the vehicle from moving at all.
Q.How long will the repair take for affected vehicle owners?
How long will the repair take for affected vehicle owners?
Owners of affected vehicles can take their cars to a Toyota dealership for the repair. The process of tightening the bolts is estimated to take between 20 and 30 minutes.
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