CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
- Problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Toyota Corolla hatchback vehicles equipped with Continuously Variable Transmissions (CVT). The pump impeller blades within the torque converter may detach, especially when driven under high load, potentially causing a vehicle stall.
- Risk
- A vehicle stall, especially when driving a high rate of speed, can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Toyota has notified owners, and dealers will replace the CVT and torque converter, free of charge. The recall began April 22, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J17/J07.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2019 Corolla hatchbacks with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) may have pump impeller blades inside the torque converter that detach, especially when the vehicle is driven under high load. This can cause the vehicle to stall.
A stall, particularly while driving at higher speeds, can increase the risk of a crash. If you own an affected vehicle, contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or check your VIN for open recalls, and schedule a visit to an authorized Toyota dealer.
The remedy is free: dealers will replace the CVT and torque converter at no cost to you.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Toyota Corolla | 2019 |
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