Toyota Tundra recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 23, 2021

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Toyota Motor Corporation recalls 2007–2022 Toyota Tundra, Sequoia, Power Steering Asmbly

Recall number

21E103000

Brand / firm

Toyota, Jtekt

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 151 units

Why it was recalled

An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain JTEKT power steering gear assembly service parts for 2007-2021 Tundra and 2008-2022 Sequoia, part numbers 44250-0C160, 44250-0C131, 44250-0C170, and 11250-0C121. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.

What to do

Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 17, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 21TH01.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.