NHTSA Recall 11V254000
NHTSA Campaign Id 11V254000; Date: Apr. 26, 2011
The driver could experience loss of motive power and vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 Toyota Tundra
Component: Power Train:driveline:driveshaft
Manufactured by: Toyota Motor North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 50,939
Recall Summary:
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2011 tundra vehicles equipped with a 3-joint type propeller shaft. Due to improper casting of the slip yokes, there is a possibility that the slip yoke may break, causing the propeller shaft to separate at the joint and come into contact with the road surface.
How to Fix:
Toyota will notify owners and inspect the propeller shaft and, if necessary, replace it free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during may 2011. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
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: May 13, 2011
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