recall information
Recall number
REC-002864
PRA number
2006/8499
Campaign number
6521D
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Toyota
Model
LandCruiser Prado
Affected units
20,399
Identifying features
All with WMI: JT7. VDS: 11UJ95, VIS: 00001007 - 00021922 and VDS: 11VJ95, VIS: 00001019 - 00053796.
What are the defects?
Due to insufficient strength of the rear axle shaft flange, a crack may develop at the neck of the flange if the vehicle is operated in certain driving conditions, such as repeated high speed driving on winding mountain roads. If the vehicle continues to be operated in this condition, the crack may expand and in the worst case, the flange could fracture causing wheel separation.
What are the hazards?
Death or injury.
What should consumers do?
Contact your local dealer.
Supplier details
Toyota Motor Corporation Australia Limited
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
