Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling certain JTEKT power steering gear assembly
— Recall Campaign #21E103000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain JTEKT power steering gear assembly service parts for 2007-2021 Tundra and 2008-2022 Sequoia, part numbers 44250-0C160, 44250-0C131, 44250-0C170, and 11250-0C121. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 151 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
21E103000
| Manufacturer: | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 23, 2021 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 21E103000 |
| Units affected: | 151 |
- Description:
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain JTEKT power steering gear assembly service parts for 2007-2021 Tundra and 2008-2022 Sequoia, part numbers 44250-0C160, 44250-0C131, 44250-0C170, and 11250-0C121. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
- Consequeces:
- An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 17, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 21TH01.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.