Toyota recalls power steering gear assembly service parts for Tundras and Sequoias

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling 151 JTEKT power steering gear assembly service parts for model year 2007-2021 Tundras and model year 2008-2022 Sequoias, part numbers 44250-0C160, 44250-0C131, 44250-0C170, and 11250-0C121.

The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.

An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on February 21, 2022.

Owners may contact Toyota customer service at (800) 331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 21TH01.