Toyota recalls Land Cruiser Amazon models

Toyota has fallen foul of more safety problems as it has had to announce another recall campaign for 348 of the previous generation Land Cruiser Amazon models that could be affected by a steering problem.The recall is to replace a snap ring bracket within the steering mechanism that could become detached due to what Toyota describes as "violent impact". If that happens, due to a pothole or other obstacle, the steering stop working. However, there have been only two reported incidents in Europe and no reported accidents related to this issue.In the UK, the recall will affect 348 of the Land Cruiser Amazon built between July 2002 and September 2006. In a related recall action in other countries a sister model, the LX 470, never sold in the UK, will also be subject to a recall action.Owners will be contacted by Toyota directly and asked to take their vehicles to a Toyota service centre, where the affected parts will be replaced at no cost to the owner. The repair is expected to take approximately two hours and owners will be offered complimentary use of a replacement Toyota while their car is being repaired if required.Toyota will take all reasonable action to contact the owners or registered keepers of the affected vehicles as quickly as possible. In the meantime, the vehicles are safe to drive. Owners can immediately find out if their vehicle is involved in this campaign by entering their vehicle identification number on the Toyota website.“We apologise for any concern and inconvenience caused to our customers by this campaign,” said Jon Williams, Toyota GB’s commercial director.“Toyota takes all quality and safety issues extremely seriously and we are intensifying our efforts to ensure the quality of our customers’ ownership experience is safeguarded.”Toyota advises customers who have any concerns to contact their local Toyota centre or the Toyota Customer Relations team on 01737 367600 for assistance.

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