NHTSA Recall 13V235000
NHTSA Campaign Id 13V235000; Date: Jun. 5, 2013
As nitrogen is released into the brake fluid, the brake pedal may have reduced hydraulic pressure. Under certain circumstances, this condition could affect stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2010 Lexus HS; 2010 Toyota Prius
Component: Service Brakes
Manufactured by: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Affected Units:: 87,060
Recall Summary:
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 prius vehicles manufactured March 31, 2009, through October 9, 2009; and model year 2010 Lexus hs250h vehicles manufactured June 19, 2009, through October 9, 2009. Nitrogen gas from a component of the brake booster pump assembly could leak into the brake fluid.
How to Fix:
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected brake booster pump assemblies. The recall began on August 7, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 7, 2013
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