Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing | NHTSA Recall #15V098000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V098000 by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing. Affecting model year 2015 yaris vehicles manufactured september 8, 2014, to january 9, 2015 Includes 226 affected units, Improperly Tightened Rear Axle Bolts, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2015 yaris vehicles manufactured september 8, 2014, to january 9, 2015

Defect Summary

Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 yaris vehicles manufactured september 8, 2014, to january 9, 2015. The affected vehicles may have improperly tightened rear axle bearing bolts.

Corrective Action

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear axle bearing bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began during april 3, 2015. owners may contact toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V098000
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Report Received Date: 2015-02-19T00:00:00
Subject: Improperly tightened rear axle bolts
Component: Suspension
Potentially Affected Units: 226

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 yaris vehicles manufactured september 8, 2014, to january 9, 2015. The affected vehicles may have improperly tightened rear axle bearing bolts.
Consequence Summary: The improperly tightened bolts may loosen during vehicle operation and may potentially cause the wheel to lock up or may damage the rear brake components, reducing their effectiveness. either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear axle bearing bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began during april 3, 2015. owners may contact toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 91.15

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NHTSA ID: 15V098000
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