A harrowing incident in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, has amplified concerns regarding Toyota’s ongoing recall issue. A couple’s 2014 Toyota RAV4 burst into flames while they were driving, attributed to an unresolved recall issue that could cause the vehicle to catch fire. The recall, affecting nearly 1.9 million vehicles, involves certain 2013-2018 RAV4 models and stems from potentially hazardous battery installations.
Matthew and Kristen Mulrooney experienced the vehicle’s electrical systems sporadically shutting down, which escalated to the vehicle’s front catching fire swiftly. This incident underscores the severe safety risks posed by the recalled RAV4s. Toyota has identified that improperly sized replacement batteries could shift and short-circuit, leading to fires. The company has acknowledged the issue but noted that a permanent remedy is still in preparation.
Owners of the affected models are advised to check their vehicle’s status via Toyota’s official recall site or the NHTSA’s recall page. Toyota plans to replace critical components like the battery hold-down clamp and positive terminal cover to mitigate this risk once the remedy is ready.
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