Toyota Recalls Tundra Models in Largest Recall This Year
Toyota, a leading automobile manufacturer, has initiated a voluntary recall affecting specific 2022 and 2023 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid trucks, marking its most substantial recall action of 2023. The announcement comes in response to a potential safety concern that affects approximately 168,000 vehicles in the United States.
On Thursday, Toyota revealed that the identified vehicles are equipped with a plastic fuel tube that poses a risk of rubbing against a brake line, which could lead to the development of a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, this leakage could potentially result in a fire hazard.
To address this issue and ensure the safety of its customers, Toyota has undertaken measures to replace the problematic fuel tube free of charge. In addition to the replacement, the company is taking immediate precautions by installing protective materials and a clamp on the fuel tube, which will be carried out by Toyota dealers at no cost to the vehicle owners.
Owners of the affected Tundra and Tundra Hybrid trucks will receive notifications from Toyota, with the expected timeline for these notifications being early October. Those seeking confirmation about their vehicle’s status in relation to the recall can visit the dedicated webpage Toyota.com/recall. By entering their VIN number or license plate information, owners can ascertain whether their vehicle is included in the recall.
This incident represents the seventh recall pertaining to the 2022 or 2023 Tundra model. Previous recalls have encompassed various concerns, including issues with the electronic parking brake system, loose axle nuts, and software glitches in the rearview camera.
In March, Toyota carried out a safety recall in the United States involving around 130,000 2022 and 2023 Tundras. The recall centered around a truck-bed cover that could potentially detach from the vehicle, posing a risk of causing accidents.
The most recent recall related to the Tundra occurred on July 7. This recall involved improperly welded chains that were employed to secure a spare tire beneath the vehicle. Toyota’s proactive approach to addressing these issues underscores its commitment to maintaining the safety and satisfaction of its customers.
