NHTSA Recall 01V072000: Frame and members (structure)
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 545 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Toyota Avalon.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V072000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › FRAME AND MEMBERS |
| Report received | March 5, 2001 |
| Owner notification | April 9, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The front sub frame assembly has not been adequately welded.
Safety risk
This condition could cause failure of the assembly following long-term usage, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the front sub frame, if necessary. Owner notification began april 9, 2001. 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.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 01V072000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.