1.8 Million Toyota RAV4s Recalled Over Replacement Batteries
Toyota is beginning November the same way it wound down October: with a major recall. This time, more than 1.8 million RAV4 SUVs and their replacement 12-volt batteries are involved.
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Affected vehicles include model-year 2013-18 RAV4s. Some replacement 12-volt batteries of the size specified have smaller top dimensions than others. If a small-top battery is used for replacement and the hold-down clamp is not tightened correctly, the battery could move when the vehicle is driven with forceful turns. The movement could cause the positive battery terminal to contact the hold-down clamp and short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Toyota is currently working on a fix. When the remedy is available, Toyota dealers will replace the battery hold-down clamp, battery tray and positive terminal cover with improved ones for free. Owners will be notified by late December, but those with further questions in the meantime can call the automaker at 800-331-4331, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236, or visit its website to check their vehicle identification number and learn more.
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