Lexus ES350: Steering — tie rod assembly

Affects Lexus ES350 · 2017 — about 2K vehicles.

The hazard

If the lock nut loosens, the tie rod may separate causing a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lock nut and, if it is found loose, replace the lock nut, steering gear assembly, and tie rod assembly, free of charge. The recall began on July 26, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is HLC.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational