NHTSA recall 17V285000
Power Train · Toyota Motor Corporation
Details
What's wrong: Oil may leak from the area where the rear differential carrier is assembled to rear axle housing.
Why it matters: If the vehicle is operated with an insufficient amount of oil in the rear differential, the differential may seize and cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear differential for oil leakage. Based on the inspection, dealers will either tightening the fastening nuts or replace the fastening nuts and gasket. If the rear differential components are damaged, the rear differential carrier assembly…
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All model years NHTSA lists
2016 Toyota Tacoma, 2017 Toyota Tacoma.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 17V285000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.