A Single Corroded Bolt Grounds Over 166,000 Toyotas: Key Takeaways from the Proace RecallIn base a 1 fonteA Single Corroded Bolt Grounds Over 166,000 Toyotas: Key Takeaways from the Proace RecallWe place an implicit trust in our vehicles every day. We assume the complex machinery carrying us to work, school, and home is engineered to a faultless standard. But sometimes, a massive safety issue doesn't come from a complex system failure but from a single, tiny, and overlooked component. This article breaks down the recent global recall of over 166,000 Toyota Proace vans and distills the most important and surprising lessons for every car owner.1. The Smallest Flaw Can Create the Biggest RiskThe core defect is deceptively simple: Toyota is recalling 166,018 Proace and Proace Verso vehicles because of corrosion on the bushing of the front control arm. Over time, this corrosion can weaken and ultimately cause the arm's mounting bolt to break. The potential consequence of this failure is severe, leading to a sudden and dangerous loss of vehicle control. As the official recall notice states:A breakage may result in unpredictable vehicle behaviour.Fortunately, the solution is straightforward: at an authorized workshop, the affected control arm bolts and bushings will be replaced. This situation is a powerful lesson that a component costing just a few dollars can lead to catastrophic failure, proving that diligent safety checks are non-negotiable for any vehicle owner.2. A Six-Year Window Puts Countless Drivers on AlertA lesson in long-term wear, the recall applies to vehicles manufactured between March 3, 2016, and July 8, 2022. This extensive six-year production window is a direct result of the nature of the defect. Unlike an immediate manufacturing error, corrosion is a slow, insidious process that can take years to manifest as a critical failure. This is precisely why such a long timeframe is implicated, putting owners of both new and older models on alert.Here are the key recall details:• Make: Toyota• Models: Proace, Proace Verso• Number of Vehicles: 166,018• Production Period: 3 March 2016 – 8 July 2022• KBA Reference: 15442R• Manufacturer Code: CI25-016Because the timeframe is so broad, owners cannot rely on the vehicle's age alone to determine if they are affected. It is essential to check the specific details against your own vehicle information.

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