Toyota Motor Corp. plans a large-scale recall affecting about 580,000 vehicles to address a potential brake-system issue, according to reports picked up by TASS from NHK. The concern centers on pedal bolt tightness during assembly; if these bolts are not secured correctly, there is a risk that the brakes may fail to activate in a critical moment. Fortunately, there have been no reported incidents linked to this malfunction so far.
At this time, the specific models involved in the brake-system recall have not been disclosed publicly by Toyota in the available statements.
Earlier, Honda and Acura disclosed a separate recall covering 248,999 vehicles across several model years. The affected lineup includes 2018-19 Honda Odyssey, 2016 and 2018-19 Honda Pilot, 2017 and 2019 Honda Ridgeline, and 2015-20 Acura TLX along with 2016-20 Acura MDX. Investigations determined a crankshaft manufacturing defect is at fault, with engines potentially seizing. Owners of these vehicles reported a louder engine, reduced performance, and the activation of the Check Engine light as telltale signs.
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