Toyota is recalling more than 6 million vehicles that could potentially catch fire due to an improperly lubricated power window switch.

Toyota Motor Corporation issued a recall of 6.5 million vehicles with defective power window switches. The recalled models include Yaris/Vitz subcompact, Corolla, Camry and others.

Debris caught in the window switch could short circuit, overheat and cause a fire.

Recall Details

An incorrectly lubricated power window switch is a fire hazard.
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The recall includes 2.7 million North American cars, 1.2 million European cars and 600,000 cars sold in Japan. Toyota has not received any reports of incidents related to the recall.

During the manufacturing process, the power window switch was incorrectly lubricated.

The improper lubrication could allow debris to accumulate and cause a short circuit. The switch assembly could then overheat and melt, which is a fire hazard.

The other models included in the recall are the Matrix, RAV4, Highlander, Tundra, Sequoia and Scion xB. The vehicles were produced between January 2005 and December 2010.

The company is only recalling models manufactured in certain years:

• 2007 and 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid
• 2009-2011 Corolla
• 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid
• 2009-2011 Matrix
• 2006-2011 RAV4
• 2009-2011 Sequoia
• 2009-2011 Tundra
• 2006-2010 Yaris
• 2009-2011 Scion xB
• 2009-2010 Scion xD

Recall Solution

Toyota asserts that safety is a priority.
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“Toyota previously recalled certain 2007-2009 model year vehicles for a similar condition. This Safety Recall adds vehicles not previously involved in the prior action that utilized an alternative lubricant application method,” according to Toyota’s recall statement.

Toyota will notify consumers with affected vehicles by mail, after which Toyota dealers will inspect the switch. Dealers will decide if lubricating the switch with heat-resistant grease is enough to remedy the problem. If not, dealers will replace the internal circuit board.

The company can be reached by phone at 1-800-331-4331. More information about the recall can be found by visiting toyota.com/recall.

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Polaris is recalling more than 50,000 ROVs with an impropetly routed fuel line that could leak fuel and cause the vehicle to catch fire.

Polaris is recalling about 53,000 RZR recreational off-highway vehicles (ROV) with leaking fuel.

The fuel vent line is a misrouted and becomes pinched and spills fuel. Free-flowing fuel is a dangerous fire hazard.

Recall Details

Polaris has recieved 25 complaints of fuel leaks for the RZR 1000s models.
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This recall includes the 2015 Polaris RZR recreational off-highway vehicles models RZR 900, RZR S 900, RZR 900 XC, RZR 4 900, RZR XP 1000 and RZR XP4 1000.

RZR 900s came in black, camouflage, red and white. RZR 900s have a “900” decal on the right and left front fenders and a “RZR” decal on the right and left rear fenders.

RZR 1000s were sold in black, blue, green, orange, red and white. RZR 1000s have a “1000 HO” decal on the right and left front fenders and a “RZR” decal on the right and left rear fenders.

According to CSPC, the following models are being recalled:

The vehicles were sold from July 2014 through August 2015 nationwide. The RZR 900s models sold for about $12,800 to $18,300, while the RZR 1000s were priced at $20,300 to $23,500.

The company was notified of four RZR 900s vehicles with fuel leaks, in addition to two fires. Only one consumer was injured, reportedly receiving minor burns.

For the RZR 1000s models, 25 vehicles had fuel leaks. No injuries have been reported in relation to the RZR 1000s.

Recall Solution

“At Polaris, making great products is not just a job – it is a way of life,” according to the Polaris website.  
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Owners of the affected ROV models should immediately stop driving the vehicles and bring them in for repair. The vehicles should not be used until the problem has been fixed.

Polaris will contact customers directly and send recall letters to each registered owner. However, consumers are encouraged to contact dealers for a free repair.

Contact Polaris toll free via phone at 888-704-5290 or online at www.polaris.com and click on Product Safety Recalls for more information.

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Fujitsu, a multinational information technology company, is recalling about 300 notebook computer batteries that will potentially overheat and catch fire.

Fujitsu America is recalling about 300 Fujitsu notebook computer battery packs at risk of overheating and catching fire. The battery packs pose a fire hazard to consumer and the company is offering replacements free of charge.

Recall Details

The battery’s model number is located on the white label.
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Fujitsu America is recalling notebook computers with lithium ion batteries in the Celsius H720 and LIFEBOOK E752, P701, P702, P770, P771, P772, S752, S762 and T580 models. The battery packs were also sold separately.

The product is 8 inches long, 2 inches wide and about 0.8 inches high. Model number CP556150-1 including all serial numbers, and model number CP556150-2 with serial number range Z120102 through Z120512 are included in this recall.

The model and serial number is located on the white battery label on the bottom of the computer. The batteries were sold between August 2012 through July 2015 for about $150.

The company was notified of the battery packs catching fire three times, specifically in Asia. Incidents occurred twice and Japan and once in China, causing fire damage to rugs, bedding, a desk and other furniture. No injuries have been reported.

Recall Solution

Fujitsu will replace defective battery packs free of charge.
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Fujitsu urges consumers to immediately turn off the computer, remove the battery and contact the company for a replacement free of charge. However, the Fujitsu notebook computer can be used without the battery pack by plugging in the AC adapter.

For more information, contact Fujitsu via phone at 800-838-5487 or online at www.fujitsu.com/us. Click on “Important Announcement: Voluntary Battery Recall and Replacement.”

“The Fujitsu Way embodies the philosophy of the Fujitsu Group, our reason for existence, values and the principles that we follow in our daily activities,” according to the website.

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