Toyota recalls 443,000 trucks over light failure fears
Toyota has said in a report filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in the US that the problem stems from a multi-layer vent patch which is used in the trucks' reverse lamp assemblies. It says that this patch could wear out over time due to 'thermal cycling' - a process which causes layers of tightly packed materials to heat up, then rapidly cool down (Picture: Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
This in turn could cause the adhesive in the patch to seep into the workings of the car and damage the circuit board, wiring harness or connector - which could cause the reverse lights to fail. This would not only reduce visibility for drivers when it's dark but could cause danger to other drivers who may not recognise when a vehicle is reversing (Picture: Ronaldo Schemidt/AFP via Getty Images)
Toyota has said only vehicles with a specific backlight design which uses this type of adhesive will be affected and those whose vehicle could be compromised will be notified by them between June 30 and July 14. The company has said those cars which are affected will have their reverse lights replaced at no cost to the driver (Picture: Ronaldo Schemidt/AFP via Getty Images)
'Dealers will replace both reverse lamp assemblies with improved ones, free of charge,' Toyota said in a statement. 'In addition, assembly wiring harnesses will be repaired for any subject vehicles identified to have corrosion that has extended into the wire harness connector, free of charge.' They added that those who might already have paid to have the problem fixed should 'seek reimbursement pursuant to Toyota's General Reimbursement Plan' (Picture: Getty Images)
In 2024, Toyota's Chairman Akio Toyoda apologised after cheating on certification tests was revealed - with Associated Press reporting that outdated or inadequate data was used, along with incorrect testing of airbag inflation and rear seat damage in crashes, and cheating on engine power tests. Production of cars including the Corolla Fielder, Corolla Axio and Yaris Cross was suspended in Japan, but the company has said current vehicles on the road are not affected (Picture: Getty Images)
