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Yet another recall has been announced for Toyota and being that it is a worldwide campaign, Australia is not immune. The recall affects certain Corolla, Kluger, RAV4, Yaris, Aurion and Camry vehicles built between 2006 and 2010.

Luckily this recall is not a mechanical safety issue and is on due to the power window master switch that’s located on the driver’s armrest, not operating smoothly (sticky feel). This is due to the non-uniform application of lubricating grease resulting in wear to the internal sliding contact points. In some instances, the switch may become inoperative.

In the worst case, if a commercially available lubricant has been applied to the switch in an attempt to rectify this operation, the switch assembly may overheat and melt.

Toyota say that this recall is a precautionary measure. The switch will be checked mechanically and electrically for correct operation and specialised electrical grease will then be applied to ensure it operates smoothly when pressed.

Toyota expects only a small number of vehicles will require the power window electrical circuit board to be replaced.

The inspection and any required repairs will take approximately one hour to complete and will be at no cost to the owner.

Toyota recommends that owners who experience sticking operation of the power window master switch no longer use it prior to vehicle inspection and repair.

There have so far been six reports in Australia and no accidents or injuries have been reported.

A total of 297,931 vehicles are affected in Australia and globally 7.4 million vehicles are impacted.

The mail out to owners of affected vehicles will begin from mid-November and if you require more information on this recall, contact Toyota customer service on 1800 987 366.

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