Recall 95V-072
TOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD. recalled the 1993 to 1994 Lexus GS300: Suspension (front, control arm, lower ball joint).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 95V-072
- Reported
- April 3, 1995
- Vehicles affected
- 27,604 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The spherical portions of certain lower ball joints had finished surfaces that were not smooth causing friction with the surface of the ball joint cap.
The risk
This condition can lead to separation of the balljoint increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will replace the lower ball joints on the affected vehicles.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: suspension; independent front control arm; lower; ball joint.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonabletime, please contact toyota 1-[removed]. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Lexus GS300 1993 to 1994