Recall 07V-013
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. recalled the 2004 to 2007 Toyota Sequoia and 1 other model: Suspension (front, control arm, lower ball joint).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 07V-013
- Reported
- January 19, 2007
- Vehicles affected
- 533,124 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain trucks and mini vans, due to possible improper finishing of the front suspension lower ball joint, some ball joints may experience an incidental deterioration of the internal lubrication. This may cause the ball joint to wear and loosen prematurely, which could result in increased steering effort, reduced vehicle self-centering, and noise in the front suspension.
The risk
In extreme cases, if the vehicle is continuously operated in this condition, the lower ball joint may separate from the knuckle and could cause a loss of vehicle control.
The fix
Dealers will replace the front suspension lower ball joints. The recall began on february 28, 2007. Owners may contact toyota at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Toyota recall no. 70b.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Toyota Sequoia 2004 to 2007
- Toyota Tundra 2004 to 2006