2018-2019 Toyota Tacoma recall: master cylinder

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing reported this safety recall on December 13, 2018. It covers about 44,121 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 44,121
reported: Dec 13, 2018
owners notified: Jan 28, 2019
related complaints: 104

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder

What is wrong: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Toyota Tacoma vehicles. Improper machining of the brake master cylinder may result in internal damage of one of the seals, affecting brake performance.
Risk: Reduced brake performance can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began January 28, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1‑888‑270‑9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J16/J06.

Recall number 18V888000

Affected vehicles

Toyota Tacoma 2018-2019 2018 2019

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 104 complaints about brakes problems.

2018 Toyota Tacoma 2019 Toyota Tacoma

Questions about recall 18V888000

Is there a recall on the 2018-2019 Toyota Tacoma master cylinder?

Yes. Recall 18V888000, reported on December 13, 2018, covers about 44,121 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V888000?

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began January 28, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1‑888‑270‑9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J16/J06.

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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