The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·17V415000·Announced 2017-06-29

Lexus Recalls 2017 ES350 Vehicles Due to Steering Tie Rod Defect

Toyota is recalling 2017 Lexus ES350 vehicles because the right-hand tie rod lock nut may loosen, potentially causing loss of steering and 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 (steering linkage) that can cause loss of steering, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe (4) rating.

Plain-English summary

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling certain 2017 Lexus ES350 vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the right-hand side tie rod lock nut may loosen over time.

If the lock nut loosens, the tie rod may separate, causing a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash. The recall began on July 26, 2017.

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lock nut. If it is found loose, dealers will replace the lock nut, steering gear assembly, and tie rod assembly free of charge. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
LEXUS ES350
Brand
LEXUS
Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Category
Vehicle — Steering System
Hazard
Affected units
1,761

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)

  • ES350

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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