Toyota Tacoma is reportedly sporting a faulty rear axle. The Japanese automaker is now recalling 250,000 units of Toyota Tacoma worldwide, where 228,000 units come from the U.S.
Toyota has reportedly released a statement saying it will recall a total of 250,000 units of its beloved pick-up model. The ones affected are the 2016 and 2017 model-year of the Toyota Tacoma.
According to the report, the affected models sport a faulty rear axle. This faulty component can result in oil leak which can damage the rear differential.
Toyota also mentioned that the faulty rear axle can create noise and reduced propulsion. Things can also get worst as the faulty rear axle can eventually result in the loss of control of the vehicle.
This faulty rear axle also suggests an increasing probability of a crash. Therefore, Toyota is now recalling the reject component to avoid accidents.
Toyota has not confirmed any incident of crashes or injuries due to this faulty component. Spokesman Victor Vanov declined to give an update on this. Unfortunately, a report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration was also not available.
The recall process includes inspection of the rear axles in the affected Tacomas. Toyota will tighten the fasteners should there be no leaks. If however a leak was determined, the Japanese automaker will replace the axle carrier gasket and fasteners. For cases where the axle will be found damaged, the Japanese automaker has confirmed to replace the whole assembly.
Toyota Tacoma owners (from 2016-2017) are encouraged to be more careful with their units until the automaker has fixed their rear axle. Toyota Tacoma repairs have been set to begin in mid-June.
Meanwhile, the Japanese automaker also mentioned that they will notify customers of the affected Toyota Tacoma. The notice will also confirm if the unit owner is eligible for the free repair.
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