Toyota Tacoma recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 13, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Toyota Motor Corporation recalls 2018–2019 Toyota Tacoma

Recall number

18V888000

Brand / firm

Toyota

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 44,121 units

Why it was recalled

Reduced brake performance can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Toyota Tacoma vehicles. Improper machining of the brake master cylinder may result in internal damage of one of the seals, affecting brake performance.

What to do

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began January 28, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J16/J06.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.