Toyota expands Kluger recall over faulty seat springs
Toyota has expanded its Kluger recall to include cars with faulty second-row seat springs.
The Japanese manufacturer expanded a March recall earlier this week after discovering thousands more cars contained the same fault. A supplier problem causes the return spring on second-row seats to orient incorrectly, preventing the recliner teeth from fully engaging during adjustment.
The faulty seat back may not stay locked, which increases the risk of injury to occupants. The original recall covered Klugers built from March 31, 2021 to November 10, 2023.
The expansion adds all Klugers made from November 11, 2023 to June 10, 2025, an estimated 15,000 extra vehicles. Toyota dealers will replace the faulty springs free of charge.
Owners should contact their dealership to arrange the work.
- 49,000
- Total affected vehicles
- March 31, 2021 to November 10, 2023
- Original period
- Free replacement
- Cost to owners
Why it mattersA faulty seat that fails to lock can increase the risk of injury in a crash, making this a critical safety issue for affected owners.
AustraliaNearly 50,000 Australian Kluger owners may have a vehicle with a safety defect; Toyota is offering free repairs to all affected cars.
Corroborated bythenightly.com.au·7news.com.au
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