Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Camry
— Recall Campaign #14V715000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Camry, Camry HV, Avalon, and Avalon HV vehicles equipped with 16-inch and 17-inch rims. In the affected vehicles, the left-side front suspension lower arm may have been incorrectly manufactured. As a result, the left side lower arm may not have enough clamping surface area for one of the bolts that secures the lower arm to the lower ball joint.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 5,650 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
14V715000
| Manufacturer: | Toyota Motor Corporation |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | November 07, 2014 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 14V715000 |
| Units affected: | 5,650 |
- Description:
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Camry, Camry HV, Avalon, and Avalon HV vehicles equipped with 16-inch and 17-inch rims. In the affected vehicles, the left-side front suspension lower arm may have been incorrectly manufactured. As a result, the left side lower arm may not have enough clamping surface area for one of the bolts that secures the lower arm to the lower ball joint.
- Consequeces:
- Because of the insufficient clamping force, the lower arm may separate from the ball joint, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left side lower arm, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
- 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.safercar.gov.