Recall 10V040 affects 7,314 2010 Toyota Camry vehicles for brake-tube wear from power-steering hose interference. Repair is free at any franchised Toyota dealer.
Toyota is recalling 7,314 2010 Camry sedans because the power steering pressure hose can sit too close to the left rear brake tube. If the tube wears through, brake fluid can leak, braking performance can drop, and crash risk increases; the Toyota dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The power steering pressure hose on the 2010 Toyota Camry carries pressurized fluid that helps the steering system assist your turns. On Camrys with the 4-cylinder (2AR-FE) engine, that hose runs near the brake tube for the left rear brake. The brake tube is a rigid metal line that carries brake fluid to that wheel when you press the pedal.
On affected vehicles, the power steering pressure hose is too short for the space around it. That leaves too little gap between the hose crimp, the metal collar at the end of the hose, and the left rear brake tube. As the vehicle is driven, the brake tube can rub against the crimp, wear down, and eventually perforate.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on a dashboard light, noise, or early pedal change to tell you the brake tube is being worn.
Who's affected?
| 2010 Toyota Camry | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 7,314 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
Brake tube perforation can leak brake fluid, reduce braking performance, and increase crash risk. Keep extra following distance, avoid delaying service if your VIN is included, and contact a Toyota dealer before continuing to drive if braking changes. Repair will be free at any franchised Toyota dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010 Toyota Camry is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Toyota dealer and ask whether Toyota has the free brake-tube repair open for your VIN.
- Schedule the brake-tube inspection, adjustment, or replacement that fixes the hose-to-brake-tube interference tied to brake fluid leakage.
- Bring the recall notice if Toyota mailed one. If not, reference recall number 10V040 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until Toyota confirms the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and stop driving if you see brake fluid or feel reduced braking.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Toyota technician checks the brake tube near the power steering pressure hose on the left rear brake. If the hose crimp has too little clearance from the brake tube, the technician adjusts the brake tube or replaces it. Toyota began this safety recall on March 4, 2010. The dealer repair is free under the recall, including covered parts and labor.
Timeline
| February 9, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 4, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V040?
Recall 10V040 covers 7,314 2010 Toyota Camry vehicles with a 4-cylinder 2AR-FE engine. The power steering pressure hose and left rear brake tube can sit too close together, wear the brake tube, and cause a brake fluid leak. Toyota dealers will replace or adjust the brake tube for free.
What should I do if my 2010 Toyota Camry is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Camry is included in recall 10V040. If it is, contact a franchised Toyota dealer to schedule the brake tube inspection and repair. Reference recall number 10V040 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Toyota will replace or adjust the brake tube free of charge at any franchised Toyota dealer if your VIN is included in recall 10V040.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced braking performance from a brake fluid leak. If the brake tube wears through, brake fluid can leak and the vehicle can take longer to stop, increasing crash risk. The free dealer repair addresses the brake tube issue.
When did Toyota start this recall?
Toyota began the safety recall on March 4, 2010. If you bought the Camry used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the free repair applies. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Toyota dealer if your vehicle is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V040000 |
|---|---|
| Toyota customer service | 1-800-331-4331 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V040 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V040000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →