Rear suspension arm (tie rod) corrosion
Defect Summary
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2011 rav4 and 2010 lexus hs250h passenger vehicles manufactured from october 2005 through september 2010. if the nuts for adjusting the rear wheel alignment are improperly tightened during service, the rear suspension arm (rear tie rod) may develop unwanted movement and rust, leading to thread damage and eventual failure. failure of the rear tie rod will cause an abrupt change in the vehicle's alignment.
Safety Consequence
Failure of the rear tie rod could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear tie-rod nut for looseness and replace any suspect tie-rod found loose. dealers will also affix instructions in multiple places to prevent improper servicing in the future. The recall began on november 30, 2012. owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331 or lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
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FAQ: Recall 12V373000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V373000?
NHTSA recall 12V373000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on August 2, 2012. It addresses: Rear suspension arm (tie rod) corrosion. The recall affects approximately 780,584 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V373000 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.