NHTSA Recall 14V732000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V732000; Date: Nov. 13, 2014
A loosened ball joint may separate from the knuckle and could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 Toyota Camry
Component: Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm
Manufactured by: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Affected Units:: 56
Recall Summary:
Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2011 Toyota camry vehicles manufactured March 8, 2011, to July 20, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the rubber boot on the front suspension lower arm ball joint may have been damaged during manufacturing. The damage could cause the boot to leak lubricant grease which could then cause the ball joint to wear and loosen prematurely.
How to Fix:
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the ball joint, free of charge. The recall began on December 16, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service 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: Dec 16, 2014
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