Recalls for OEM Parts Toyota Pts18-48081

DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT

Posted on: 2009-04-30
Description
Toyota is recalling 39,100 stainless steel exhaust tips sold by toyota as an optional accessory for use on my 2008 highlander and highlander hybrid vehicles.  Due to improper heat treatment during the manufacturing process, the original clamp used to secure the toyota stainless steel exhaust tip to the exhaust pipe may develop microscopic cracks.  Eventually the crack may expand causing the clamp to break.

Consequence
The original clamp and the toyota stainless steel exhaust tip may fall off the vehicle's exhaust pipe and become a road hazard which would increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Toyota will notify owners and replace the clamp free of charge.  The safety recall began on may 4, 2009.  Owners may contact toyota customer experience center at 1 888-270-9371 monday through friday, 5:00 am to 6:00 pm, saturday 7:00 am through 4:00 pm pacific time.

Notes
Toyota's recall no.  Ssc 90e.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .