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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 10V346📅 Jul 29, 2010

2003–2007 Lexus LX470 recall: steering

⚠️ What's 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.

💥 The risk

This could result in loss of steering control increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

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 fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
10V346000
Manufacturer
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Vehicles affected
39,159
Component
STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN
Owner phone
1-800-255-3987
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Aug 23, 2010
Built
Jun 13, 2002 – Jun 13, 2002
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 10V346 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 10V346?

2003–2007 Lexus LX470. 39,159 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Lexus dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-255-3987.