Toyota recalls 10,000 cars

More than 10,000 Irish-owned Toyota cars are being recalled due to potential problems over their rear suspensions, two years after serious unrelated design problems rocked the firm.

A spokesperson for the international company confirmed the issue, which is affecting 600,000 vehicles throughout Europe and millions worldwide, does not pose a safety risk to drivers or passengers.

However, he said owners of 6,750 Avensis and 3,800 Rav-4 vehicles in this country are being asked to bring in their cars due to fears the suspension arms of the vehicles could separate if not addressed.