A front driveshaft separation would result in a loss of propulsion while driving, and if the driver exits the vehicle without applying the parking brake, the vehicle may roll. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Power Train — Driveline — Driveshaft

Summary

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 Camry Hybrid and Avalon Hybrid vehicles. The front drive shaft may separate.

Actions

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will check the serial number of the vehicle's drive shaft, replacing any that are affected, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0M.

Documents (13)

• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Toyota August 1, 2017 A sample owner letter has been attached.
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - TOYOTA DATE August 1, 2017 TOPIC A sample owner letter has been attached.
• Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Remedy Instructions and TSB - CERTAIN 2016 CAMRY HV & 2016 AVALON HV
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Defect Information Report
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Date: July 20, 2017 Subject: Safety Recall H0M – Remedy Notice
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Toyota DATE July 26, 2017 TOPIC The warranty reimbursement procedure section has been updated with the remedy op codes.
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - July 20, 2017 Safety Recall H0M – Remedy Notice
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2017-3
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2017-4

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