Recall 06V188000: 2004–2006 Toyota Prius

Report received

May 31, 2006

Manufacturer

Toyota motor north america, inc.

Potentially affected

170,856vehicles

Model years

2004–2006

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

The intermediate shaft and sliding yoke in the electric power steering system can crack when large forces are applied and the connection may separate or the sleeve may fracture.

Possible consequence

This could result in a loss of steering control of the vehicle.

Remedy

Toyota will replace the steering intermediate shaft and inspect the sliding yoke and replace it if necessary. The recall began on june 9, 2006. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2004 Toyota Prius610 complaints
• 2005 Toyota Prius1,051 complaints
• 2006 Toyota Prius1,439 complaints