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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17V285000

2016 Toyota Tacoma | 2017 Toyota Tacoma — Power train: driveline: differential unit

Published May 1, 2017 · Recall initiated: April 27, 2017

Summary

NHTSA records recall 17V285000, published May 1, 2017 and initiated April 27, 2017. Recalling firm: Toyota Motor Corporation; 2016 Toyota Tacoma | 2017 Toyota Tacoma — Power train: driveline: differential unit.

What's the hazard

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tacoma vehicles. Oil may leak from the area where the rear differential carrier is assembled to rear axle housing.

What to do

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear differential for oil leakage. Based on the inspection, dealers will either tightening the fastening nuts or replace the fastening nuts and gasket. If the rear differential components are damaged, the rear differential carrier assembly will be replaced. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall June 19, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0G.

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Recall details

Brand
TOYOTA
Model
TACOMA
Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Corporation
Lot
2016 TOYOTA TACOMA | 2017 TOYOTA TACOMA
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2016 Toyota Tacoma | 2017 Toyota Tacoma — Power train: driveline: differential unit recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V285000 on May 1, 2017. Reported hazard: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tacoma vehicles. Oil may leak from the area where the rear differential carrier is assembled to rear axle housing.

What should I do if I have this product?

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear differential for oil leakage. Based on the inspection, dealers will either tightening the fastening nuts or replace the fastening nuts and gasket. If the rear differential components are damaged, the rear differential carrier assembly will be replaced. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall June 19, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0G.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: TOYOTA. Model: TACOMA.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)