Recall 10V039000: 2010 Lexus HS, 2010 Toyota Prius
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 9, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 148,549
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 toyota prius and lexus hs250h passenger vehicles. Customers have experienced inconsistent brake feel after abs actuation during slow and steady application of the brakes on rough or slick road surfaces. Stopping distances may be increased compared with a customer's expectation for a given pedal force.
The risk
Vehicle stopping distances may increase relative to a customer's expectation increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will rewrite the programming of the abs control unit free of charge. The safety recall began on march 3, 2010, and is expected to be completed in late march 2010. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331 and lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
Notes
Toyota recall no. Aob lexus ala.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V039000
- Manufacturer campaign
- AOB/ALA
- Manufacturer
- TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Owner letters
- Mar 3, 2010
- Components
- Service brakes, air:antilock:control unit/module (Brakes)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology