The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Due to a possible jamming of the lock pin of the key interlock solenoid, it is possible to remove the ignition key even when the shift lever of the automatic transmission is not in the "park" position.
The risk
Under such a condition, should a driver fail to move the shift lever to "park" position and also fail to activate the parking brake, the vehicle could roll away down a slope.
The fix
Dealers will replace the key interlock solenoid.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 97V-213 (97V213000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Component | Electrical system › Ignition |
| Report date | November 20, 1997 |
| Owners notified | December 15, 1997 |
| Vehicles affected | 289,326 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 97V-213 repair free?
Yes. Toyota dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the key interlock solenoid.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 289,326 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.