Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling certain model year 2014 FJ Cruiser vehicles
— Recall Campaign #15V081000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 FJ Cruiser vehicles manufactured August 7, 2013, to August 20, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the intermediate steering shaft which connects the steering wheel and the steering gear box may have an inadequate weld.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 116 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
15V081000
| Manufacturer: | Toyota Motor Corporation |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | February 10, 2015 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 15V081000 |
| Units affected: | 116 |
- Description:
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 FJ Cruiser vehicles manufactured August 7, 2013, to August 20, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the intermediate steering shaft which connects the steering wheel and the steering gear box may have an inadequate weld.
- Consequeces:
- If the intermediate steering shaft weld fails, there would be a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Corrective action:
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the intermediate steering shaft, free of charge. The recall began on March 6, 2015. 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.