Toyota — recall
Automotive · Australia · 2026-04-07
Toyota was recalled in Australia on 2026-04-07. The operation of the Electronic Power Steering System (EPS) may be impacted due to incorrect fitment of its wire harness during the installation of Toyota Genuine Bull Bar or Nudge Bar with light bar combination. During installation, the EPS wire harness grou…
| Country | Australia |
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| Category | Automotive |
| Published | 2026-04-07 |
| Manufacturer | TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION AUSTRALIA LIMITED |
| Models affected | Toyota Hilux (GUN226R, GUN227R, GUN236R) |
| Model year | 2025 - 2026 |
| Units affected | 13390 |
| Defect | The operation of the Electronic Power Steering System (EPS) may be impacted due to incorrect fitment of its wire harness during the installation of Toyota Genuine Bull Bar or Nudge Bar with light bar combination. During installation, the EPS wire harness ground connection may have been re-installed incorrectly. This may cause a poor electrical contact, potentially resulting in a sudden loss of power steering assist whilst driving. A loss of power steering assist whilst driving, could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users. |
| Remedy | Toyota will contact affected owners in writing, requesting to make an appointment at their preferred Toyota dealer who will inspect and if required rectify the vehicle, free of charge._x000D_ To find a local dealer visit, https://www.toyota.com.au/find-a-dealer_x000D_ or to make an appointment visit, https://www.toyota.com.au/owners/service/online-service-booking_x000D_ For further information, consumers should contact the Toyota Recall Assist helpline on 1800 987 366 (Monday to Friday, 8am - 7pm AEST / AEDT). |
| Recall number | REC-006578 |
| Official notice | View source ↗ |
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