Southeast Toyota Distributors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #14V743000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V743000 by Southeast Toyota Distributors, Llc. Affecting model year 2010-2011 prius and corolla, 2009-2011 venza, 2006-2010 avalon, 2007-2010 fj cruiser, 2005-2011 sienna and sequoia, 2006-2011 tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, camry, highlander, tundra 4x2 and 4x4, and 2007-2011 rav4 and 4runner Includes 3,233 affected units, Seat Heater Electrical Wiring, component: SEATS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2010-2011 prius and corolla, 2009-2011 venza, 2006-2010 avalon, 2007-2010 fj cruiser, 2005-2011 sienna and sequoia, 2006-2011 tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, camry, highlander, tundra 4x2 and 4x4, and 2007-2011 rav4 and 4runner

Defect Summary

Southeast toyota distributors, llc (set) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 prius and corolla, 2009-2011 venza, 2006-2010 avalon, 2007-2010 fj cruiser, 2005-2011 sienna and sequoia, 2006-2011 tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, camry, highlander, tundra 4x2 and 4x4, and 2007-2011 rav4 and 4runner. the affected vehicles may experience compression of the seat cushion which may damage the seat heater wiring.

Corrective Action

Set will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the heaters with copper strand heating elements and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory, free of charge. the recall is expected to began in january 2015. Owners may contact set customer service at 1-866-405-4226.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V743000
Manufacturer: Southeast Toyota Distributors, Llc
Report Received Date: 2014-11-19T00:00:00
Subject: Seat heater electrical wiring
Component: Seats
Potentially Affected Units: 3,233

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Southeast toyota distributors, llc (set) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 prius and corolla, 2009-2011 venza, 2006-2010 avalon, 2007-2010 fj cruiser, 2005-2011 sienna and sequoia, 2006-2011 tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, camry, highlander, tundra 4x2 and 4x4, and 2007-2011 rav4 and 4runner. the affected vehicles may experience compression of the seat cushion which may damage the seat heater wiring.
Consequence Summary: Damage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing the risk of the seat burning and causing personal injury to the occupant.
Corrective Action: Set will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the heaters with copper strand heating elements and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory, free of charge. the recall is expected to began in january 2015. Owners may contact set customer service at 1-866-405-4226.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 26.94

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NHTSA ID: 14V743000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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