The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·10V091000·Announced 2010-03-10

Toyota Recalls 2010 Tundra Vehicles Due to Propeller Shaft Weld Defect

Toyota is recalling 2010 Tundra four-wheel-drive vehicles because an improper weld on the propeller shaft may cause the joint to separate, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (propeller shaft separation) that may result in a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Toyota Motor North America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2010 Tundra vehicles equipped with four-wheel drive. The recall addresses a potential defect where an improper weld exists at the union of the propeller shaft and yoke.

Due to this improper weld, the joint may separate, and the separated shaft may come into contact with the road surface. This condition may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will replace the front propeller shaft free of charge. The safety recall began on March 19, 2010. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
TOYOTA TUNDRA
Brand
TOYOTA
Manufacturer
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Category
Vehicle — Truck
Hazard
Affected units
2

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • TUNDRA

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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