Toyota Auris Recall R/2008/189: Rear Brake Calipers May Detach, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 28 Jan 2009
- Launched
- 8
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2008/189
- DVSA reference
Toyota recalled Auris vehicles built between 2 January 2008 and 2 January 2008. The rear brake caliper retaining bolts may become loose due to their being tightened to an insufficient torque.This would in the first instance; result in an unusual noise and in the worst case detachment of the caliper which may result in the breakage of the brake disc. The dealer will replace the near and offside brake caliper retaining bolts. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The rear brake caliper retaining bolts may become loose due to their being tightened to an insufficient torque.This would in the first instance; result in an unusual noise and in the worst case detachment of the caliper which may result in the breakage of the brake disc.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: REAR BRAKE CALIPERS MAY DETACH Defect: It has been identified that the rear brake caliper retaining bolts may become loose due to their being tightened to an insufficient torque.This would in the first instance; result in an unusual noise and in the worst case detachment of the caliper which may result in the breakage of the brake disc. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the near and offside brake caliper retaining bolts replaced.
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: rear brake calipers may detach.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the near and offside brake caliper retaining bolts.
Are You Affected?
Auris built between 2 January 2008 and 2 January 2008 may be included. Toyota estimates 8 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Toyota, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
Choose the make and model so we can match recalls to your car.
What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Toyota.
- Book with any franchised Toyota dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/2008/189. See how to get a Toyota recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auris, C-HR, CorollaHigh-Pressure Fuel Pump replacement on multiple models | Urgent | R/2024/514 | |
| Auris, C-HR, CorollaAffected vehicles are fitted with a high-pressure fuel pump which over time could develop a crack which could lead to a fuel leak and a risk of a vehicle fire | Urgent | R/2023/298 | |
| Auris, C-HR, CorollaThe inside of the high pressure fuel pump may be worn or damaged over time during operation | Urgent | R/2021/185 | |
| Auris, Avensis, Corolla, RAV4There is a possibility that the exhaust gas recirculation cooler could develop an internal coolant leak | Low | R/2021/104 | |
| Auris, C-HR, Prius, Urban Cruiser and 1 moreIncorrectly installed covers could prevent the seat-mounted side airbag from deploying | Urgent | R/2019/333 |
This is one of 250 Toyota recalls in DVSA’s data. The Toyota recall launched before it was R/2007/073 on 16 May 2007, for seating headrests may detach & airbag may not deploy sufficiently in an impact. The one launched after it was R/2009/013 on 6 Apr 2009, for fire may occur. You can also see every Toyota recall, all recalls launched in 2009 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2008/189, launched 28 January 2009. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.