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Recall 10V-042

TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. recalled the 2010 Toyota Tacoma: Power train (driveline, driveshaft).

At a glance

Campaign number
10V-042
Reported
February 18, 2010
Vehicles affected
8,000 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 toyota tacoma pickup trucks. The propeller shaft may develop cracks during the manufacturing process. Over time, the cracks may eventually lead to the separation of the propeller shaft.

The risk

This may result in a loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the front propeller shaft on affected vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on march 22, 2010. Owners may contact toyota at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .

Affected vehicles