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Automotive · Australia · 2024-11-29

Toyota Corolla Cross steering shaft universal joint may crack

Country	Australia
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-11-29
Manufacturer	TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION AUSTRALIA LIMITED
Models affected	Corolla Cross (MXGA10R), Corolla Cross Hybrid (MXGH10R), Corolla Sedan Hybrid (ZWE219R)
Model year	2023 - 2024
Units affected	1271
Defect	Due to a manufacturing defect, cracks may develop in the upper universal joint of the steering intermediate shaft assembly. Over time, these cracks can widen due to repeated stress and can lead to a loss of steering control. A loss of steering control could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and/or other road users.
Remedy	Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Toyota, asking them to schedule an appointment to have the steering intermediate shaft replaced, free of charge._x000D_ To find a local dealer, visit https://www.toyota.com.au/find-a-dealer_x000D_ For further information, consumers should contact the Toyota Recall Assist helpline on 1800 987 366 (Monday to Friday, 8am - 6pm AEST / AEDT).
Recall number	REC-006191
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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