Toyota · United States · Crit
Toyota Corolla Matrix, Corolla +8 more: Visibility — power window devices and controls
Affects Toyota Corolla Matrix, Corolla, Tundra, Sequoia, RAV4, Yaris, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Camry Hybrid, Camry · 2006–2011 — about 1.8M vehicles.
The hazard
If the sliding electrical contacts are not protected by lubricant, debris and moisture that get into the switch may cause a short circuit and the switch assembly may overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
What to do
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the switch, applying a lubricant if no abnormality is found. If abnormality is found, the PWMS circuit board will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is C0M.