Toyota Corolla Hatchback recalled over injury risk

Recall date

April 8, 2020

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Toyota Motor Corporation recalls 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback

Recall number

20V205000

Brand / firm

Toyota

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 960 units

Why it was recalled

If the back-up lights fail, there can be an increased risk of a crash while the vehicle is reversing.

What was recalled

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 Corolla Hatchback vehicles. A rear hatch wire harness connector may have been damaged during assembly, which may cause the back-up lights to fail.

What to do

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear hatch wire harness, free of charge. The recall began June 30, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB07 and 20TA07.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.