2010 Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid | 2006 Toyota Rav4 | 2007 Toyota Rav4 | 2008 Toyota Rav4 | 2009 Toyota Rav4 | 2010 Toyota Rav4 | 2011 Toyota Rav4 — Suspension: rear
Published August 28, 2013 · Recall initiated: August 28, 2013
Summary
NHTSA records recall 13V383000, published August 28, 2013. Recalling firm: Toyota Motor Corporation; 2010 Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid | 2006 Toyota Rav4 | 2007 Toyota Rav4 | 2008 Toyota Rav4 | 2009 Toyota Rav4 | 2010 Toyota Rav4 | 2011 Toyota Rav4 — Suspension: rear.
What's the hazard
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2011 RAV4 and 2010 Lexus HS250h passenger vehicles manufactured from October 2005 through September 2010. If the nuts for adjusting the rear wheel alignment are improperly tightened during service, the rear suspension arm (rear tie rod) may develop unwanted movement and rust leading to thread damage and eventual failure. Failure of the rear tie rod will cause an abrupt change in the vehicle's alignment.
What to do
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tie rods and replace any that have rust or corrosion on the alignment adjustment threads. All of the rear tie rods will then be encased in an epoxy to prevent future environmental damage. Due to limitations in parts, the recall remedy will be launched in phases from September 2013 through mid-April 2014. All owners will receive notification of the recall, with most receiving second notifications when parts are available in their area. IMPORTANT: This recall supersedes Toyota and Lexus recall 12V-373. All vehicles that have been inspected and remedied under the previous recall need to be re-inspected and have the appropriate remedy applied.
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Recall details
- Brand
- LEXUS
- Model
- HS 250 HYBRID
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Corporation
- Lot
- 2010 LEXUS HS 250 HYBRID | 2006 TOYOTA RAV4 | 2007 TOYOTA RAV4 | 2008 TOYOTA RAV4 | 2009 TOYOTA RAV4 | 2010 TOYOTA RAV4 | 2011 TOYOTA RAV4
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2010 Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid | 2006 Toyota Rav4 | 2007 Toyota Rav4 | 2008 Toyota Rav4 | 2009 Toyota Rav4 | 2010 Toyota Rav4 | 2011 Toyota Rav4 — Suspension: rear recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V383000 on August 28, 2013. Reported hazard: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2011 RAV4 and 2010 Lexus HS250h passenger vehicles manufactured from October 2005 through September 2010. If the nuts for adjusting the rear wheel alignment are improperly tightened during service, the rear suspension arm (rear tie rod) may develop unwanted movement and rust leading to thread damage and eventual failure. Failure of the rear tie rod will cause an abrupt change in the vehicle's alignment.
What should I do if I have this product?
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tie rods and replace any that have rust or corrosion on the alignment adjustment threads. All of the rear tie rods will then be encased in an epoxy to prevent future environmental damage. Due to limitations in parts, the recall remedy will be launched in phases from September 2013 through mid-April 2014. All owners will receive notification of the recall, with most receiving second notifications when parts are available in their area. IMPORTANT: This recall supersedes Toyota and Lexus recall 12V-373. All vehicles that have been inspected and remedied under the previous recall need to be re-inspected and have the appropriate remedy applied.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: LEXUS. Model: HS 250 HYBRID.