Recall 00V-211: 1998–2000 Toyota RAV4
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Aug 9, 2000, covering about 756 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: sport utility electric vehicles. If the subject vehicles are repeatedly parked by placing the shift lever into the "p" position without applying the parking brake, the parking lock rod, a component of the transmission parking lock system, could break.
The risk
This condition can render the system inoperative, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the parking lock rod.
Notes
All these vehicles are leased and operated in fleets.owner notification began september 25, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V211000 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 00V-211?
Vehicle description: sport utility electric vehicles. If the subject vehicles are repeatedly parked by placing the shift lever into the "p" position without applying the parking brake, the parking lock rod, a component of the transmission parking lock system, could break.
How is recall 00V-211 fixed?
Dealers will replace the parking lock rod.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.