NHTSA Recall 15V098000
NHTSA Campaign Id 15V098000; Date: Feb. 19, 2015
The improperly tightened bolts may loosen during vehicle operation and may potentially cause the wheel to lock up or may damage the rear brake components, reducing their effectiveness. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 Toyota Yaris
Component: Suspension:rear:axle:non-powered Axle Assembly
Manufactured by: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Affected Units:: 226
Recall Summary:
Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 yaris vehicles manufactured September 8, 2014, to January 9, 2015. The affected vehicles may have improperly tightened rear axle bearing bolts.
How to Fix:
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear axle bearing bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began during April 3, 2015. 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: Apr 3, 2015
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