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Toyota to replace over 102K faulty engines

30 July 2024, 9:36 am

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Toyota to replace over 102K faulty engines
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Toyota to replace over 102K faulty engines
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Toyota will replace 102,092 faulty engines in Tundra and Lexus LX models due to a manufacturing defect causing swarf build-up. The recall affects 2022-23 Tundra and Lexus LX 600 vehicles with the VA35A-series 3.5-litre V6 engine. Customers will receive a new engine at no cost and can expect a 13-21 hour replacement process. Symptoms of the faulty engines include engine knocking, rough running, and loss of power, but no engine seizing incidents have been reported. The recall does not impact the hybrid Tundra. Toyota Australia has not confirmed if Australian Lexus LX models are affected.

Brands mentioned: Toyota, Lexus

 

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