Brake master cylinder
Defect Summary
Advics is recalling certain brake master cylinders installed as original equipment in certain toyota and honda passenger vehicles. brake fluid containing polymers is used that acts as a lubricant for certain brake system components. if replacement brake fluid is used that does not contain such polymers, or that contains only small amounts, a part of the rubber seal located at the rear of the brake master cylinder may become dry, and the seal may curl during movement of the piston. if this occurs, a small amount of brake fluid could slowly leak from the seal into the brake booster.
Safety Consequence
A leak of brake fluid could lead to a change in brake pedal feel and, over time, a degradation in braking performance increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Owners of the defective brake master cylinders will be notified by their vehicle manufacturer. the safety recall began on november 15, 2010. owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331 and lexus at 1-800-255-3987 and honda owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009. see toyota recall campaign no. 10v-499 and honda recall campaign no. 10v-504.
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FAQ: Recall 10E051000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 10E051000?
NHTSA recall 10E051000 was issued by Advics North America, Inc. on October 27, 2010. It addresses: Brake master cylinder. The recall affects approximately 1,228,544 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Advics North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 10E051000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.