Premature ball joint wear
Defect Summary
Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain model year 2011 toyota camry vehicles manufactured march 8, 2011, to july 20, 2011. in the affected vehicles, the rubber boot on the front suspension lower arm ball joint may have been damaged during manufacturing. the damage could cause the boot to leak lubricant grease which could then cause the ball joint to wear and loosen prematurely.
Safety Consequence
A loosened ball joint may separate from the knuckle and could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the ball joint, free of charge. the recall began on december 16, 2014. owners may contact toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
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FAQ: Recall 14V732000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V732000?
NHTSA recall 14V732000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on November 13, 2014. It addresses: Premature ball joint wear. The recall affects approximately 56 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 14V732000 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.