Recall 15V098 affects 226 2015 Toyota Yaris vehicles for loose rear axle bearing bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Toyota dealer.
Toyota is recalling 226 2015 Yaris vehicles because rear axle bearing bolts were not tightened correctly. If those bolts loosen while the car is being driven, a wheel can lock or rear brake components can be damaged, reducing braking effectiveness and increasing crash risk; Toyota dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear axle hub bearing assembly on the 2015 Toyota Yaris supports the rear wheel and lets it rotate smoothly while the suspension carries the vehicle's weight. Its bearing bolts clamp that assembly to the rear axle, so the wheel hub stays fixed in the right position as the car moves.
In NHTSA campaign 15V098, Toyota reported that the rear axle bearing bolts were improperly tightened on the recalled Yaris vehicles. A bolt that is not tightened to the required clamp load can loosen as the suspension and wheel hub take road impacts. As that joint loses clamping force, the rear hub bearing assembly is not held as securely as designed.
Toyota did not list an owner warning sign for this defect. There is no warning sign before failure.
Who's affected?
| 2015 Toyota Yaris | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 226 |
Not every 2015 Toyota Yaris is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
Improperly tightened rear axle bearing bolts can loosen while driving, letting the wheel lock up or damaging rear brake components. Either problem reduces control or braking effectiveness and increases crash risk. Drive cautiously until the inspection is complete, and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Toyota dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015 Toyota Yaris is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Toyota dealer to schedule the free rear axle bearing bolt inspection and tightening that addresses the loose-bolt risk to the wheel and rear brake components.
- Bring the recall notice if Toyota mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V098 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and stop driving if braking changes or the wheel binds.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Toyota technician inspects the rear axle bearing bolts and tightens any bolts that were not tightened correctly. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered by Toyota. Toyota has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for a related rear axle bearing bolt repair before recall service. Bring repair paperwork and proof of payment to the Toyota service desk, or contact Toyota customer service, to ask how to submit documented expenses under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 17, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| February 19, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
| April 3, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V098?
NHTSA campaign 15V098 covers 226 2015 Toyota Yaris vehicles with rear axle bearing bolts that were not tightened properly. Loose bolts can lock a wheel or damage rear brake parts. Toyota dealers will inspect the bolts and tighten them as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2015 Toyota Yaris is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Yaris is included in recall 15V098. If it is, contact a franchised Toyota dealer to schedule the rear axle bearing bolt inspection and tightening. Reference recall number 15V098 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Toyota will inspect and tighten the rear axle bearing bolts free of charge at any franchised Toyota dealer.
Is it safe to drive my 2015 Toyota Yaris with this recall?
NHTSA campaign 15V098 identifies a crash risk from loose rear axle bearing bolts. The bolts can loosen while driving, lock a wheel, or damage rear brake components. Confirm your VIN, then ask the Toyota dealer whether to keep driving before the repair appointment.
What if I bought my Toyota Yaris used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. If Toyota never mailed you a notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Yaris is included, then contact a franchised Toyota dealer and reference recall number 15V098.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V098000 |
|---|---|
| Toyota customer service | 1-800-331-4331 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V098 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V098000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 1, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →