Toyota FJ Cruiser recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 10, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Toyota Motor Corporation recalls 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser

Recall number

15V081000

Brand / firm

Toyota

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 116 units

Why it was recalled

If the intermediate steering shaft weld fails, there would be a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.