NHTSA Recall 07V579000: Driveshaft (power train)
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 15,616 vehicles. It affects 2007 Toyota Tundra.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V579000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 70G |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DRIVESHAFT |
| Report received | December 18, 2007 |
| Owner notification | January 7, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain 4-wheel drive pickup trucks, due to the improper heat treatment of the slip yokes that had been reworked during the manufacturing process, the hardness of the slip yoke may be insufficient.
Safety risk
In this condition, there is a possibility that the yoke may break causing the propeller shaft to separate at the joint and come into contact with the road surface or the fuel tank which could result in a loss of vehicle control or a fuel leak.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the slip yoke and replace the propeller shaft if necessary free of charge. The recall began on january 7, 2008. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Notes
Toyota recall no. 70g.customers 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.
Vehicles covered by recall 07V579000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Toyota Tundra | 2007 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.