Sometimes, the world can seem like a pretty unsafe place. It's hardly a surprise if you've felt that way more than once over the past few months.

Sadly, if you're a driver, there's an entirely separate kind of safety risk to worry about.

And with thousands of Toyota cars recently having been recalled over a serious manufacturing defect that could cause the vehicle's suspension to 'collapse' or 'detach', this fear of danger has been shared by many.

What's happening, exactly?

The manufacturing defect could cause the car to experience a 'sudden loss of steering control'. Credit: cmitoyota.com.au.

The recall notice was issued for two Yaris models—Petrol (MXPA10) and Hybrid (MXPH10)—made between 2020 and 2023, and impacts 7633 cars in total.

According to a statement released by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, and the Arts, it has been observed that small cracks might develop over time in the front lower suspension arms of vehicles when they are driven on rough roads.

If these cracks aren't spotted and patched up in time, the suspension may collapse or detach from the car, causing a 'sudden loss of steering control' and, possibly, a 'safety risk to vehicle occupants and/or other road users'. No doubt, an incredibly frightening situation to be in.

As a precautionary measure, all customers with cars impacted by the defect are being contacted directly by Toyota to organise an inspection of the vehicle and to arrange a free replacement if necessary.

Here's the list of the Yaris variants impacted by the recall:

• Ascent Sport 1.5L Petrol Auto Hatch
• Ascent Sport 1.5L Petrol Manual Hatch
• Hybrid Ascent Sport 1.5L Auto Hatch
• Hybrid SX 1.5L Auto Hatch
• Hybrid ZR 1.5L Auto Hatch
• SX 1.5L Petrol Auto Hatch
• ZR 1.5L Petrol Auto Hatch

Key Takeaways

• Thousands of Toyota cars, specifically two Yaris models, have been recalled due to a manufacturing defect potentially causing the vehicle's suspension to 'collapse or detach'.
• The defect could result in a 'sudden loss of steering control', increasing the risk of an accident and potential injury or death.
• Toyota will directly contact customers with cars affected by the defect to organise an inspection and, if necessary, a free replacement.
• For further information, affected Toyota customers should contact the Toyota Recall Assist Helpline on 1800 987 366.

If you've just got your eye on a brand-new car, it's always a good idea to do a quick check after you get behind the wheel.

Ask the seller/mechanic if the car you're buying is part of an active recall, and make sure that they've had the items rectified before you leave the lot. That way, you help ensure that you get the most reliable car you can for your money.

If you're a proud owner of any of these specific Toyota models, contact the Toyota Recall Assist Helpline on 1800 987 366 to find out what to do next. We here at the Seniors Discount Club hope you have a safe journey ahead!

Members, do any of you own a Toyota vehicle? If so, have you taken the time to verify whether your car is among the models that are currently affected?

 

[Suzanne rose]

Two of my kids have Toyota Yaris so will pass it on .

Another day, Another recall

Thank you for updating us
Much Appreciated

 

[Rob44]

Can't motor manufacturers make mechanically safe cars any more? The only problem with the old British cars is that they would rust too easily on the the grit and salt strewn roads of the UK and they would rattle after a few years use but at least there was no digital electronics crap that meant that simple jobs by the owner including removal of the cylinder head etc for a new gasket/valve grind/fit new valves/fit new exhaust system could be done very easily Now we have to take the wretched modern car in to a qualified electrician fix a spark plug! And the new EVs, although a simple concept over 100 years old, will be filled with digital rubbish to consume battery power. One can't even use a handle to wind down windows these days; it has to be driven by electricity! How is that for efficiency?

 

[Shane/#]

Sometimes, the world can seem like a pretty unsafe place. It's hardly a surprise if you've felt that way more than once over the past few months.

Sadly, if you're a driver, there's an entirely separate kind of safety risk to worry about.

And with thousands of Toyota cars recently having been recalled over a serious manufacturing defect that could cause the vehicle's suspension to 'collapse' or 'detach', this fear of danger has been shared by many.

What's happening, exactly?

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The manufacturing defect could cause the car to experience a 'sudden loss of steering control'. Credit: cmitoyota.com.au.

The recall notice was issued for two Yaris models—Petrol (MXPA10) and Hybrid (MXPH10)—made between 2020 and 2023, and impacts 7633 cars in total.

According to a statement released by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, and the Arts, it has been observed that small cracks might develop over time in the front lower suspension arms of vehicles when they are driven on rough roads.

If these cracks aren't spotted and patched up in time, the suspension may collapse or detach from the car, causing a 'sudden loss of steering control' and, possibly, a 'safety risk to vehicle occupants and/or other road users'. No doubt, an incredibly frightening situation to be in.

As a precautionary measure, all customers with cars impacted by the defect are being contacted directly by Toyota to organise an inspection of the vehicle and to arrange a free replacement if necessary.

Here's the list of the Yaris variants impacted by the recall:

• Ascent Sport 1.5L Petrol Auto Hatch
• Ascent Sport 1.5L Petrol Manual Hatch
• Hybrid Ascent Sport 1.5L Auto Hatch
• Hybrid SX 1.5L Auto Hatch
• Hybrid ZR 1.5L Auto Hatch
• SX 1.5L Petrol Auto Hatch
• ZR 1.5L Petrol Auto Hatch

Key Takeaways

• Thousands of Toyota cars, specifically two Yaris models, have been recalled due to a manufacturing defect potentially causing the vehicle's suspension to 'collapse or detach'.
• The defect could result in a 'sudden loss of steering control', increasing the risk of an accident and potential injury or death.
• Toyota will directly contact customers with cars affected by the defect to organise an inspection and, if necessary, a free replacement.
• For further information, affected Toyota customers should contact the Toyota Recall Assist Helpline on 1800 987 366.

If you've just got your eye on a brand-new car, it's always a good idea to do a quick check after you get behind the wheel.

Ask the seller/mechanic if the car you're buying is part of an active recall, and make sure that they've had the items rectified before you leave the lot. That way, you help ensure that you get the most reliable car you can for your money.

If you're a proud owner of any of these specific Toyota models, contact the Toyota Recall Assist Helpline on 1800 987 366 to find out what to do next. We here at the Seniors Discount Club hope you have a safe journey ahead!

Members, do any of you own a Toyota vehicle? If so, have you taken the time to verify whether your car is among the models that are currently affected?

Amazing since the car industry has left our shores and these imported vehicles that we have to purchase seem to have flaws in them so what materials are they using and what quality control do they have sound's like all quality and substandard materials

 

[ShannyN]

What's scary about this is the part where it says cracked parts and the fix is NOT to replace but PATCH up suggesting a quick weld over the crack

 

[janj]

Sometimes, the world can seem like a pretty unsafe place. It's hardly a surprise if you've felt that way more than once over the past few months.

Sadly, if you're a driver, there's an entirely separate kind of safety risk to worry about.

And with thousands of Toyota cars recently having been recalled over a serious manufacturing defect that could cause the vehicle's suspension to 'collapse' or 'detach', this fear of danger has been shared by many.

What's happening, exactly?

View attachment 24984

The manufacturing defect could cause the car to experience a 'sudden loss of steering control'. Credit: cmitoyota.com.au.

The recall notice was issued for two Yaris models—Petrol (MXPA10) and Hybrid (MXPH10)—made between 2020 and 2023, and impacts 7633 cars in total.

According to a statement released by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, and the Arts, it has been observed that small cracks might develop over time in the front lower suspension arms of vehicles when they are driven on rough roads.

If these cracks aren't spotted and patched up in time, the suspension may collapse or detach from the car, causing a 'sudden loss of steering control' and, possibly, a 'safety risk to vehicle occupants and/or other road users'. No doubt, an incredibly frightening situation to be in.

As a precautionary measure, all customers with cars impacted by the defect are being contacted directly by Toyota to organise an inspection of the vehicle and to arrange a free replacement if necessary.

Here's the list of the Yaris variants impacted by the recall:

• Ascent Sport 1.5L Petrol Auto Hatch
• Ascent Sport 1.5L Petrol Manual Hatch
• Hybrid Ascent Sport 1.5L Auto Hatch
• Hybrid SX 1.5L Auto Hatch
• Hybrid ZR 1.5L Auto Hatch
• SX 1.5L Petrol Auto Hatch
• ZR 1.5L Petrol Auto Hatch

Key Takeaways

• Thousands of Toyota cars, specifically two Yaris models, have been recalled due to a manufacturing defect potentially causing the vehicle's suspension to 'collapse or detach'.
• The defect could result in a 'sudden loss of steering control', increasing the risk of an accident and potential injury or death.
• Toyota will directly contact customers with cars affected by the defect to organise an inspection and, if necessary, a free replacement.
• For further information, affected Toyota customers should contact the Toyota Recall Assist Helpline on 1800 987 366.

If you've just got your eye on a brand-new car, it's always a good idea to do a quick check after you get behind the wheel.

Ask the seller/mechanic if the car you're buying is part of an active recall, and make sure that they've had the items rectified before you leave the lot. That way, you help ensure that you get the most reliable car you can for your money.

If you're a proud owner of any of these specific Toyota models, contact the Toyota Recall Assist Helpline on 1800 987 366 to find out what to do next. We here at the Seniors Discount Club hope you have a safe journey ahead!

Members, do any of you own a Toyota vehicle? If so, have you taken the time to verify whether your car is among the models that are currently affected?

yes I have one ,rang about my car and they said don't have parts yet and don't know what's part is needed, will get back to me

 

[The CAJAN]

Can't motor manufacturers make mechanically safe cars any more? The only problem with the old British cars is that they would rust too easily on the the grit and salt strewn roads of the UK and they would rattle after a few years use but at least there was no digital electronics crap that meant that simple jobs by the owner including removal of the cylinder head etc for a new gasket/valve grind/fit new valves/fit new exhaust system could be done very easily Now we have to take the wretched modern car in to a qualified electrician fix a spark plug! And the new EVs, although a simple concept over 100 years old, will be filled with digital rubbish to consume battery power. One can't even use a handle to wind down windows these days; it has to be driven by electricity! How is that for efficiency?

I have an eighteen year old Toyota Echo. In that time I have not even had to spend 20 cents on mechanical repairs. Just normal things like batteries (twice) and brake linings/pads (once) and tyres. When I mentioned that to the person from RACQ who was replacing the battery, he just shrugged his shoulders and said 'It's a Toyota.' I pointed out that it is the cheapest of the Toyotas and he simply repeated what he said. Have you noticeed that almost all taxis are Toyota Hybrids except the mini-buses (Still Toyotas).