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Transport Canada Issues Latest Recalls - Frost__2001 - 02-10-2010 Transport Canada issues latest recalls 2.10.2010 Ottawa, Ontario ââ¬â Transport Canada has issued its latest recalls, which may affect some General Motors, Toyota, BMW and Honda vehicles. 2007 Buick Terraza 2005-2008 Chevrolet Uplander 2005-2008 Pontiac Montana Vehicles affected: 435 On certain vehicles, inadequate welding of a trailing arm modification may result in the trailing arm separating and causing loss of vehicle control. The trailing arm separation may be preceded by a squeak, rattle or other noise from the rear of the vehicle. Dealers will inspect the trailing arm welding integrity, re-welding and part replacement if necessary. 2005-2010 Toyota Avalon 2007-2010 Toyota Camry 2009-2010 Toyota Corolla 2010 Toyota Highlander 2009-2010 Toyota Matrix 2009-2010 Toyota RAV4 2008-2010 Toyota Sequoia 2007-2010 Toyota Tundra Vehicles affected: 270,000 On certain vehicles, the accelerator pedal movement may become rough, slow to return, or may stick in a depressed position. The problem is caused by either wear or high humidity, and could result in a loss of control. The correction is to be determined. In the meantime, owners should contact their dealers. 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe Vehicles affected: 28,466 On certain vehicles, the accelerator pedal movement may become rough, slow to return, or may stick in a depressed position. The problem is caused by either wear or high humidity, and could result in a loss of control. Owners will be notified by first-class mail to return their vehicles to a GM dealer for installation of a reinforcement bar in the accelerator pedal which will allow it to operate smoothly. 2010 BMW X5 2010 BMW X6 Vehicles affected: 6 On certain vehicles, the bonding of the windshield in the upper right area may be insufficient. In case of a vehicle rollover, the roof stability could be affected. Dealers will repair the affected vehicles. 2006-2007 Honda Ridgeline Vehicles affected: 11,671 On certain vehicles, a wiring harness connector for the heating, ventilation and air conditioning blower motor located under the passengerââ¬â¢s side of the instrument panel may be subject to kicking by the passengerââ¬â¢s feet. If this occurs, the connector terminal may overheat, which could cause the wire insulation or the wiring connector to melt. If the insulation melts and the exposed wires make contact, a fire may result. Dealers will inspect damaged connectors and install a protective cover. |