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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 06V266📅 Jul 21, 2006

2001–2002 Toyota Echo & 2001–2002 Toyota Prius recall: engine

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain passenger vehicles, due to improper molding of the resin body of the crankshaft position senor installed on the engine block, engine oil may penetrate the seal and enter the sensor wiring connector. The wire harness connector may not be sufficiently attached to the locking tab of the sensor wiring connector.

💥 The risk

Engine oil inside the sensor wiring connector could cause expansion due to the heat of the engine and could deform the sensor wiring connector. The connector may become disconnected, which could cause the engine to stall while driving and not be able to be restarted increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will replace the crankshaft position sensor free of charge. The recall began on july 26, 2006. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
06V266000
Manufacturer recall #
60G
Manufacturer
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Vehicles affected
34,771
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Owner phone
1-800-331-4331
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jul 26, 2006
Built
Jan 31, 2001 – Oct 12, 2001
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Toyota recall no. Ssc 60G.customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 06V266 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 06V266?

2001–2002 Toyota Echo & 2001–2002 Toyota Prius. 34,771 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Toyota dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-331-4331.