2003-2007 Lexus LX470 recall: shaft pitman
Toyota Motor North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on July 29, 2010. It covers about 39,159 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 39,159
- reported
- Jul 29, 2010
- owners notified
- Aug 23, 2010
- related complaints
- 9
Steering: gear box: shaft pitman
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- This could result in loss of steering control increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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 number 10V346000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 9 complaints about steering problems.
2004 Lexus LX4702005 Lexus LX4702006 Lexus LX4702007 Lexus LX470
Questions about recall 10V346000
Is there a recall on the 2003-2007 Lexus LX470 shaft pitman?
Yes. Recall 10V346000, reported on July 29, 2010, covers about 39,159 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 10V346000?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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