Toyota Yaris: Suspension — shock absorber

Affects Toyota Yaris · 2015 — about 3K vehicles.

The hazard

A damaged strut mounting bearing may cause the strut rod to separate, causing a loss of vehicle stability and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the strut mounting bearings and, as necessary, replace the strut and front suspension support sub-assembly, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices were mailed to owners July 12, 2016. The recall began on September 29, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G0S.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational