HIGHWAY SAFETY AGENCY LAUNCHES PROBE OF RAV4

U. S. auto- safety regulators have launched an investigation into the Toyota RAV4 over a potential fire risk. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Office of Defects Investigation revealed that it has opened a probe into the 2013- 18 model- year RAV4, covering more than 1.86 million vehicles. The agency reported that it had received 11 complaints. Most of the incidents happened while the RAV4 was being driven, but four happened when the vehicle was off. The agency said the RAV4’ s 12- volt battery appears to be the source of the issue, potentially due to improper installation. NHTSA said it had not documented any injuries or accidents connected to the defect.