Recall 15V144000
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, and Highlander Hybrid, and 2014-2015 Rav4 vehicles. A component of the electric power steering (EPS) electronic control unit (ECU) may have been damaged during the manufacturing process. Over time, this damage may result in failure of the electric power steering system.
Safety Consequence
An unexpected loss of power steering increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the serial number of the EPS ECU or steering column assembly. If the number is within the affected range, the EPS ECU will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 7, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | TOYOTA | RAV4 |
| 2015 | TOYOTA | CAMRY |
| 2015 | TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER |
| 2015 | TOYOTA | RAV4 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.