Brake assist vacuum pump may fail
Defect Summary
Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain 2018 toyota camry and highlander vehicles, 2017 toyota sienna and tacoma vehicles and 2017 lexus rx350 vehicles. during the manufacturing process, the oil galley in the rotor for the brake booster vacuum pump assembly may have been improperly machined possibly resulting in a sudden loss of brake assist.
Safety Consequence
A sudden loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake booster vacuum pump, free of charge. the recall began on may 9, 2018. owners may contact toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371, or lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. toyota's numbers for this recall are j0k/jld.
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FAQ: Recall 18V211000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V211000?
NHTSA recall 18V211000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on April 3, 2018. It addresses: Brake assist vacuum pump may fail. The recall affects approximately 6,046 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V211000 or the manufacturer campaign number J0K/JLD. 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.