Vehicle recall 11V254000 · April 26, 2011
2011 Toyota Tundra
Due to improper casting of the slip yokes, there is a possibility that the slip yoke may break, causing the propeller shaft to separate at the joint and come into contact with…
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- Summary
- Toyota is recalling certain model year 2011 tundra vehicles equipped with a 3-joint type propeller shaft. Due to improper casting of the slip yokes, there is a possibility that the slip yoke may break, causing the propeller shaft to separate at the joint and come into contact with the road surface.
- Consequence
- The driver could experience loss of motive power and vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Toyota will notify owners and inspect the propeller shaft and, if necessary, replace it free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during may 2011. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 11V254000
- Reported to NHTSA
- April 26, 2011
- Filed by
- TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Owner notification
- May 13, 2011
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 50,939
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Toyota Tundra (2011): 2011
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