NHTSA Recall 10V346000
NHTSA Campaign Id 10V346000; Date: Jul. 29, 2010
This could result in loss of steering control increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2003 Lexus LX470; 2004 Lexus LX470; 2005 Lexus LX470; 2006 Lexus LX470; 2007 Lexus LX470
Component: Steering:gear Box:shaft Pitman
Manufactured by: Toyota Motor North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 39,159
Recall Summary:
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2003-2007 Lexus lx470 vehicles. The construction of the steering shaft is such that the snap ring on the shaft may disengage when the vehicle experiences an unusually severe impact to the front wheels. If the snap ring becomes disengaged and the steering wheel is then repeatedly turned to the locked position, over time the steering shaft may become disconnected.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the snap ring with a newly designed one and install an additional component which will prevent separation of the steering shaft. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on August 23, 2010. Owners may contact Lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 23, 2010
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