NHTSA Recall 13V292000: Electric power assist system (steering)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 74 vehicles. It affects 2012 Toyota Yaris.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V292000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
| Report received | July 3, 2013 |
| Owner notification | July 31, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2012 Yaris vehicles manufactured August 21, 2011, through August 31, 2011. A relay in the Power Steering Control Module of the electronic power steering system could experience a short circuit due to insufficient distance between terminals in the relay and moisture contamination of relay coil windings. A short circuit in the relay could disable power steering assistance.
Safety risk
If the power steering assistance shuts off, the driver may have difficulty steering the vehicle at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering control module. The recall began on July 31, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V292000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Toyota Yaris | 2012 |
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.