NHTSA recall 14V-054 (14V054000)
service brakes, hydraulic recall reported February 12, 2014 - about 261,114 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 14V054000
- Also written as
- 14V-054
- Reported
- February 12, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- ~261,114
- Component
- service brakes, hydraulic
What is being recalled
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Toyota Tacoma and Lexus RX350 vehicles and certain model year 2012 Toyota Rav4 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the brake system contains a brake actuator that adjusts the fluid pressure of each wheel cylinder. An electrical component within the actuator may experience an increased resistance resulting in the illumination of various warning lights, including those for the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system, Antilock Brake System (ABS), and Traction Control system.
Why it is dangerous
If this occurs, these systems could become inoperative, reducing the directional control assistance, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Toyota will notify owners, and Toyota and Lexus dealers will update the software for the Skid Control electronic control unit, free of charge. The recall began on March 28, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 14V-054 when calling a dealer.
Affected 3 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.