Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Manufacturer
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
Your 2010 Toyota Tacoma's propeller shaft might have a crack that could get worse over time, which could cause problems with your vehicle's drivetrain.
Risk if Unfixed
If the propeller shaft cracks, it could break, leading to a loss of control of your vehicle, which could cause a crash.
Free Fix
You should take your vehicle to a Toyota dealership, where they will inspect and replace the front propeller shaft at no cost to you.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS MAY RESULT IN A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
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 1-800-331-4331.
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