Toyota PH adds Innova, Corolla Altis in expanded fuel pump recall 

Updated Oct 21, 2020

Same topic: Automotive Industry Updates

A total of six Toyota models are affected by the global recall.

Previously, we reported that Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) is recalling the gasoline variants of the Fortuner SUV made from November 2017 to September 2018 due to a faulty fuel pump.

Now, Carguide.ph reports that TMP has expanded the list of its models affected by the fuel pump recall. The Innova and the Corolla Altis are among the models that TMP is recalling due to the said issue. Refer to the table below for the complete list of affected Toyota models: 

Model

Production period

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado

September 6, 2013 – March 2, 2015

Alphard

September 4, 2017 –December 11, 2018

Innova

January 1, 2017 – May 10, 2019

FJ Cruiser

September 2, 2013 – June 3, 2015

Fortuner

November 28, 2017  - September 19, 2018

Corolla Altis

December 25, 2017 – December 26, 2018

Of note, this is not an isolated case since about 3.2 million vehicles are affected by the faulty fuel pump recall globally. Affected brands include Mitsubishi, Honda, Acura, Suzuki, Perodua, among others. The recall is also active in multiple regions including Canada, Malaysia, North America, and many other countries.

Contact your nearest Toyota dealership to confirm further if your Innova is included in the recall

The cause for this massive recall is the fuel pump supplied by Denso. It has been determined that the said fuel pump’s plastic impellers have a low molecular density causing the pump to fail prematurely. This defect has been known to cause engine stalling, loss of power at low speeds, and failure to start.

Currently, a special service campaign is already in place. So if you own a model listed above, which is made within the indicated dates, you can visit any Toyota dealerships nationwide. The replacement fuel pump itself, as well as its installation is free of charge.

Even the veritable FJ Cruiser wasn't spared from Denso's problematic fuel pump

If you have further questions about the special service campaign, we urge you to visit the nearest Toyota dealership or contact Toyota’s Customer Assistance Center at +632-8819-2912.

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Cesar Guiderone B. Miguel was born and raised in Iligan City, Lanao Del Norte. He graduated in 2010 with a Bachelor of Arts in English degree from Mindanao State University - Iligan Institute of Technology. He previously worked as a freelance writer for various websites, as a member of the Iligan City Disaster Risk Reduction Management's training staff, and as a medical sales representative.

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