Toyota is recalling around a quarter-million pickup trucks to repair a flaw that might cause vehicles to leak oil and possibly increase the danger of a crash.
Company stated Thursday that it would recall 228,000 U.S. units of 2016 and 2017 model-year Toyota Tacoma. The recall consists of about 250,000 units across the world.
The recently revamped Tacoma, a mid-size pickup vital to Toyota’s lineup, might leak oil, possibly harming the rear differential.
That could “lead to sound and lowered propulsion” and in few cases “could seize, resulting in a loss of control of the car and increasing the danger of an accident,” Toyota stated.
It was not right away clear whether Toyota had received any complaints of accidents or injuries linked to the flaw. Toyota representative Victor Vanov refused to comment.
The automaker stated it would inspect cars for oil leakage and change parts if needed. If no oil leak is discovered, fasteners will be tightened to avoid damages.
Toyota informed it would start notifying consumers they are impacted and qualified free of charge concerning repair works in mid-June.
Owners can also find details on recalls of Toyota, Lexus and Scion cars at Toyota’s official website.
