Toyota recalls 380,000 Tacoma trucks due to axle issue
About 381,000 Toyota Tacoma trucks are being recalled by the Japanese auto manufacturer due to issues with bolts on the vehicles’ rear axle.
The issue affects 2022 and 2023 models of the truck in the United States and stems from welding debris left on the ends of the rear axle assembly, which could cause nuts to loosen and fall off over time, the company said in an announcement on Feb. 27. This could potentially cause the part to separate from the axle, which, if occurred, would affect brake performance and vehicle stability.
The auto manufacturer will tighten any loose bolts or repair or replace any damaged axle components, upon inspection, it said.
There are five Toyota dealerships in the Milwaukee area: Don Jacobs Toyota at 5727 South 27th St.; Andrew Toyota at 1620 West Silver Spring Drive; Heiser Toyota at 11301 West Metro Auto Mall; the Toyota of Brookfield; and Wilde Toyota in West Allis.
Toyota declined to answer if any accidents have occurred due to the recall’s issue, CNN reported.
The company said it would also be notifying owners by April 2024 through the mail. Owners can also check their vehicle's status on the Toyota website.
It is the company’s fifth recall this year. The other recalls affected the 2023 Toyota Mirai; 2023 and 2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid; 2022 and 2024 Tundra, Sequoia, and some Lexus models; and for the 2003, 2004 and 2005 Corolla and Corolla Matrix and the 2004 and 2005 RAV 4. Those followed a late 2023 recall that affected about 1 million vehicles due to a sensor issue potentially affecting airbags.
This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: 380,000 Toyota Tacoma trucks recalled in the United States
