Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling certain model year 2015 Toyota Scion tC
— Recall Campaign #15V228000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Toyota Scion tC vehicles manufactured December 3, 2014, to January 30, 2015 and equipped with accessory coil springs as part of an optional Release Series 9 trim package. During installation of these coil springs, the rear suspension components may not have been properly tightened.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 114 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
15V228000
| Manufacturer: | Toyota Motor Corporation |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | April 17, 2015 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 15V228000 |
| Units affected: | 114 |
- Description:
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Toyota Scion tC vehicles manufactured December 3, 2014, to January 30, 2015 and equipped with accessory coil springs as part of an optional Release Series 9 trim package. During installation of these coil springs, the rear suspension components may not have been properly tightened.
- Consequeces:
- If the rear suspension components were not properly tightened, the rear suspension arms may detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bolts, nuts, rear suspension arms, and rear suspension member sub assembly, free of charge. The recall began on June 12, 2015. Owners may contact Scion customer service at 1-866-707-2466.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.