Investigation EA97014: 1994 Toyota Camry

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Jun 3, 1997

Closed

Jul 14, 1998

Model years

1994

Subject

Steering wheel separation/disengagement

Component: Steering

Summary

By letter dated july 8, 1998, the manufacturer advised nhtsa of it decision to initiate a safety recall of approximately 105,000 of the subject 1994 model year vehicles built in japan.this safety recall does not include the estimated 218,000 similar vehicles manufactured in the united states.nhtsa has designated this recall action as campaign number 98v-155.a copy of the manufacturer's letter to nhtsa regarding this action is attached.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 1994 Toyota Camry287 complaints