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NHTSARecalled Oct 22, 2015 · #15V689000

Power Window Master Switch may Melt

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, and 2009-2010 Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. During the manufacturing of the Power Window Master Switch (PWMS), grease lubricant may have been inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts. If the sliding electrical contacts are not protected by lubricant, debris and moisture that get into the switch may cause a short circuit and the switch assembly may overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.

Product details

Product
Power Window Master Switch may Melt
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Model numbers
2011 Tundra, 2011 Highlander, 2007 Camry, 2009 Camry, RAV4, 2010 Yaris, 2010 Scion
UPCs

What you should do

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the switch, applying a lubricant if no abnormality is found. If abnormality is found, the PWMS circuit board will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is C0M.

View the official CPSC notice