Recall 99V-307: 1994–1998 Lexus ES300, 1995–1998 Toyota Camry

TOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD. recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Nov 1, 1999, covering about 540,037 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-307
Report date
Nov 1, 1999
Vehicles affected
540,037
Owners notified
Nov 30, 1999

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The steering wheel set nut may not have been sufficiently tightened causing steering vibration and looseness.

The risk

This can result in a loss of vehicle control.

The fix

Dealers will tighten the steering wheel set nut.

Notes

Toyota recall nos. X06 and xl7.owner notification began november 30, 1999.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331 or lexus at 1-800-255-3987. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerTOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD.
ComponentSteering › Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number99V307000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Lexus ES3001994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998All years
Toyota Camry1995, 1996, 1997, 1998All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 99V-307?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The steering wheel set nut may not have been sufficiently tightened causing steering vibration and looseness.

How is recall 99V-307 fixed?

Dealers will tighten the steering wheel set nut.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.