Toyota issued an announcement regarding the recall of RAV4 vehicles due to fire risk, CTV News reports on November 2.
In Canada, the recall affects 249,416 vehicles from model years 2013 to 2018. According to the company, the battery sizes of some vehicles are incorrect.
If the vehicle is replaced with a smaller battery and is not properly secured, the battery may move while driving, especially on sharp turns. This can cause the positive terminal of the battery to come into contact with the tie bar, causing a short circuit and possibly starting a fire.
The company said it is working to resolve the issue. It is planned to rework and replace the battery holding bar, battery tray and terminal cover free of charge. Vehicle owners will be notified at the end of December 2023.
Let us remember that Toyota production and sales reached record levels in August 2023.
Source: Rossa Primavera
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