Recall 18V211 covers 6,046 2017-2018 Toyota Sienna, Tacoma, RX350, Highlander, and Camry vehicles for brake assist loss. Repair is free at any franchised Toyota dealer.
Toyota is recalling 6,046 2017-2018 Sienna, Tacoma, RX350, Highlander, and Camry vehicles under recall 18V211 because an improperly machined oil galley in the brake booster vacuum pump rotor can cause a sudden loss of brake assist. That loss can increase crash risk, and Toyota dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The brake booster vacuum pump on these 2017-2018 Toyota Sienna, Tacoma, RX350, Highlander, and Camry vehicles helps the brake booster reduce the effort needed at the pedal. The pump uses a rotor and vanes to create vacuum, so brake assist is ready when you press the brake pedal.
In the recalled pump assembly, the oil galley inside the rotor was not machined correctly at the supplier. That passage is supposed to distribute oil through the rotor. When oil does not reach the vanes properly, the vanes can break over time under vehicle-specific operating conditions. If the vacuum pump fails, brake assist can be lost suddenly, and the driver has to press harder to slow or stop the vehicle.
Owners can notice a warning light, a warning message, or an audible tone before the pump failure. Treat those warnings as brake-system warnings, not routine alerts, and have the vehicle checked through the recall repair path.
Who's affected?
Spans five model lines across 2 model years, all tied to the same hydraulic brake system.
| 2017 Toyota Sienna | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| 2017 Toyota Tacoma | hydraulic brake system |
| 2017 Lexus RX350 | hydraulic brake system |
| 2018 Toyota Highlander | hydraulic brake system |
| 2018 Toyota Camry | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 6,046 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
A sudden loss of braking assist makes the brake pedal harder to press and increases the risk of a crash. Watch for a warning light, warning message, or audible tone, and schedule the recall repair soon if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Toyota dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall includes your 2017-2018 Toyota Sienna, Tacoma, RX350, Highlander, or Camry.
- Contact your nearest franchised Toyota dealer to schedule the free brake booster vacuum pump replacement that fixes the loss of brake assist.
- Bring the recall notice if Toyota mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V211 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and avoid hard braking when traffic allows.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Toyota technician replaces the brake booster vacuum pump covered by recall 18V211. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Toyota also has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for a related repair before the recall work was completed. If you've paid out of pocket for brake booster vacuum pump work, keep the repair order, payment receipt, and any diagnosis paperwork, then contact Toyota customer service or ask the dealer service desk about submitting documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 3, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 3, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| April 3, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 9, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| May 31, 2018 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| May 31, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V211?
Recall 18V211 covers 6,046 2017-2018 Toyota Sienna, Tacoma, RX350, Highlander, and Camry vehicles with an improperly machined brake booster vacuum pump rotor. The defect can cause sudden loss of brake assist and increase crash risk. Toyota dealers will replace the brake booster vacuum pump for free.
What should I do if my 2017-2018 Toyota Sienna, Tacoma, RX350, Highlander, or Camry is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 18V211. If it is, contact a franchised Toyota dealer and ask for the brake booster vacuum pump replacement under recall J0K/JLD. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 18V211, Toyota dealers replace the brake booster vacuum pump free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a sudden loss of brake assist. That does not mean the brakes disappear, but it can make the pedal harder to press and increase stopping distance, which increases crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer repair.
When did Toyota start this recall repair?
Toyota began the recall repair on May 9, 2018. Because the remedy is available, included owners can contact a franchised Toyota dealer now and reference recall 18V211 or Toyota recall numbers J0K/JLD when scheduling the free brake booster vacuum pump replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V211000 |
|---|---|
| Toyota customer service | 1-888-270-9371 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V211 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V211000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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