The problem this time is in the power steering system. It seems that water droplets, mostly in the form of condensation, can work their way into the electric power steering module and cause a short circuit. That can cause a power assistance drop out, which can leave drivers with unexpectedly heavy steering.
Toyota is at pains to point out that there have been no accidents or injuries as a result of the issue. The fix is a replacement of the power steering module, which takes a couple of hours.
Anything else?
Well, to be fair, it's a pretty minor issue and one which Toyota is fixing with no major fuss. But it demonstrates that we in the media are still on something of a hair-trigger when it comes to a story with the words Toyota and recall in it.
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