Toyota is recalling about 250,000 small pickup trucks in North America.
The recall is due to an issue with the rear wheels that have the potential to lock up, causing drivers to lose control and it covers certain Tacoma trucks from the 2016 and 2017 model years.
Toyota is recalling about 250,000 small pickup trucks mainly because the rear wheels can lock up. https://t.co/fdQHawObjR
— The Associated Press (@AP) April 27, 2017
Toyota is recalling a quarter-million Tacoma pickup trucks over oil leaks. https://t.co/Wl8RIiYKen
— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) April 27, 2017
Toyota says oil can leak from the rear differential. That could damage components and cause the differential to lock up and stop the wheels from moving. A differential allows the wheels to travel at different speeds while a vehicle is turning a corner.
The company would not say if the problem has caused any crashes or injuries.
Dealers will inspect the trucks. If no leaks are found, fasteners will be tightened. If there's a leak, a gasket will be replaced and new fasteners installed. Toyota also will replace any damaged differential parts.
Owners will be notified of the recall by mail starting in mid-June.
For the most up-do-date Safety Recall information on Toyota vehicles, customers should check their vehicle’s status by visiting toyota.ca/recall and entering the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). For any additional questions, customer support is also available by calling Toyota Customer Interaction Centre at 1-888-TOYOTA-8 (1-888-869-6828).
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