NHTSA recall 12E046000
Equipment · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Details
What's wrong: The subject trd brake kit is specifically designed for the front wheels of 2007-2012 model year fj cruiser vehicles. Due to the shape of the outer brake tube of the brake kit, the clearance between the outer brake tube and a trd 16 inch 6-spoke alloy wheel is minimal. If wheel balance weights are installed in an incorrect location, there is a possibility that the outer brake tube could be damaged due to interference…
Why it matters: If a brake tube becomes damaged and leaks fluid, it may result in increased stopping distances, and in some cases, loss of vehicle front braking performance, which could increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: All known owners of 2007-2012 model year fj cruiser vehicles will be notified by first class mail. If the vehicle is equipped with one of the trd brake kits, the brake caliper outer brake tube will be replaced with a newly designed one at no charge. During this service, if necessary, the dealer…
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser
- 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
- 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
- 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser
- 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
- 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
All model years NHTSA lists
2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser, 2008 Toyota Fj Cruiser, 2009 Toyota Fj Cruiser, 2010 Toyota Fj Cruiser, 2011 Toyota Fj Cruiser, 2012 Toyota Fj Cruiser, year not stated Trd Brake Kit.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 12E046000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.