NHTSA recall 11V304000
Steering › Electric power assist system
Toyota Prius
Reported Jun 1, 201152,377 vehicles affectedToyota Motor Engineering & ManufacturingBuilt Jan 28, 2000 – May 30, 2003
The defect
Toyota IS recalling certain model year 2001 through 2003 prius passenger cars manufactured from january 28, 2000, through may 30, 2003. the steering linkage may loosen, resulting in reduced electric steering assistance when making a left turn.
The risk
Loss of power steering, particularly when an operator IS actively intending to steer the vehicle, may increase the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Toyota will notify owners and dealers will replace the nuts in the steering linkage free of charge. the safety recall began on july 8, 2011. owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.