On 21 December 2022, Toyota Ireland issued a voluntary recall for certain Toyota BZ4X passenger vehicles. The recall was initiated after a serious safety defect was identified in the hub bolts, which could loosen and lead to wheel detachment while driving.
Affected Vehicles
- Make/Model: Toyota BZ4X
- Market: Republic of Ireland
- Production Dates: 5 April 2022 – 15 June 2022
- Number of Vehicles Affected in Ireland: 77
- Distributor: Toyota Ireland
Details of the Fault
The defect concerns the hub bolts on the affected vehicles:
- Certain hub bolts may loosen under specific driving conditions.
- If left unchecked, all hub bolts on a wheel could loosen to the point of detachment.
- If a wheel detaches while driving, the driver may experience sudden loss of control, leading to a serious crash risk.
Risks
- Wheel detachment while driving
- Loss of steering control
- Increased risk of collision and injury to both occupants and other road users
What Owners Should Do
Toyota Ireland will contact owners of affected vehicles directly. Owners are advised to:
- Contact an authorised Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
- Dealers will inspect and secure/replace hub bolts where necessary.
- All recall work will be carried out free of charge.
How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected
- Contact Toyota Ireland customer service or your nearest Toyota dealership.
- Use Toyota’s VIN Recall Checker Tool: Toyota Recall Lookup
- Visit the CCPC Recall Database for official updates.
Official Sources
FAQs
Q: How many Toyota BZ4X vehicles are affected in Ireland?
A: 77 vehicles.
Q: What production years are covered by this recall?
A: Vehicles produced between April and June 2022.
Q: What is the main risk?
A: Wheel detachment due to loose hub bolts, which could cause a loss of vehicle control and a potential crash.
Disclaimer
This recall information is based on official details published by Toyota Ireland and the CCPC. Information was accurate as of December 2022. Always verify your vehicle’s recall status directly with Toyota before taking action.
