Toyota — recall
Automotive · Australia · 2025-01-17
Toyota was recalled in Australia on 2025-01-17. A number of Toyota Hiace vehicles modified in accordance with Model Report MRE-000038 include a built-in hoist for lifting a wheelchair and a wheelchair tie-down and occupant restraint system that does not comply with Australian Standards. If the wheelchair l…
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| Country | Australia |
|---|---|
| Category | Automotive |
| Published | 2025-01-17 |
| Manufacturer | John Weatherall |
| Models affected | Hiace Mobility |
| Model year | 2004 |
| Units affected | 6 |
| Defect | A number of Toyota Hiace vehicles modified in accordance with Model Report MRE-000038 include a built-in hoist for lifting a wheelchair and a wheelchair tie-down and occupant restraint system that does not comply with Australian Standards. If the wheelchair lift hoist does not operate as intended or the wheelchair tie-down and occupant restraints are not able to be correctly fastened it may lead to an increased risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants. |
| Remedy | Owners of affected vehicle should contact the Approval Holder to schedule an appointment to get the work carried out, free of charge. |
| Recall number | REC-006249 |
| Official notice | View source ↗ |
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