Toyota Recalls Millions of RAV4s
Battery size issue could lead to fire in certain models in the US.
Toyota said it's readying a remedy for dealers to replace battery support equipment.
IMAGE: Toyota
Toyota has recalled about 1.9 million RAV4s in the U.S., saying their batteries could catch fire.
The recall affects 2013 to 2018 models. Toyota says some replacement 12-volt batteries in the compact sports-utility vehicles are small to the point that they can move when the vehicle makes “forceful turns” if not clamped down tightly enough, possibly leading to a short circuit and fire.
The Japanese automaker said it’s readying a remedy for dealers to replace battery support equipment, including the clamp, at no charge to owners, who it said it will notify by late December.
Originally posted on Auto Dealer Today
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