Power train: axle assembly
- Component
- Power train: axle assembly
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Vehicles affected
- 381,199
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2024-02-27
- Owners notified
- 2024-04-17
Defect description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturer (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tacoma vehicles. The axle shaft sub-assembly may separate from the axle housing due to debris causing improperly secured fasteners.
Safety risk
Axle shaft separation can cause a loss of vehicle stability and brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect the rear axle assembly, tighten the axle retaining nuts as necessary, and repair or replace any damaged components, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB05 and 24TA05.