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Toyota Recalling 43K Vehicles Due To Faulty Tow Hitch Covers Toyota Recalling 43K Vehicles Due To Faulty Tow Hitch Covers
Toyota Recalling 43K Vehicles Due To Faulty Tow Hitch Covers Tens of thousands of Toyota SUVs are subject to a sizeable recall due to a faulty tow hitch cover that may increase the possibility of a crash, officials say. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced a recall of approximately 43,400 Toyota Sequoia Hybrids that may have tow hitch covers that can detach from the bumper and fall into the roadway, causing a hazard for other drivers. Recalled models include vehicles produced in 2023 and 2024. "The subject vehicles are equipped with a resin tow hitch cover held in place by molded clips to the rear bumper," according t…

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by Zak Failla
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Toyota Issues Recall For More Than 227,000 Camrys Toyota Issues Recall For More Than 227,000 Camrys
Toyota Issues Recall For More Than 227,000 Camrys Toyota has recalled about 227,400 cars due to an issue that could increase the risk of crashing. On Wednesday, Nov. 17, the company announced the recall of certain 2018 and 2019 Toyota Camrys. Toyota said the recalled vehicles "have a system that provides power brake assist when the driver depresses the brake pedal," and components of that system can wear and "lead to a sudden loss of power braking assist." While non-power-assisted braking would still work, the company said this issue could lead to an increased risk of crashing. Toyota dealers will repair or replace the vacuum pumps …

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by Nicole Valinote