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Campaign 21V920 Posted November 23, 2021 22,462 units

2007-2022 Toyota Tundra/Sequoia Recall 21V920: Steering Leak

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published May 20, 2026

Recall 21V920 covers 22,462 2007-2022 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles for a power-steering oil leak. Repair is free at any franchised Toyota dealer.

Toyota is recalling 22,462 2007-2022 Tundra and Sequoia vehicles because the power steering gear assembly was manufactured incorrectly and can leak oil. A leak can cause a sudden loss of power steering assist and raise crash risk; Toyota dealers will complete the free recall repair.

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What's wrong?

The power steering gear assembly on the 2007-2022 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia is the hydraulic rack and pinion unit that helps turn the front wheels. It uses pressurized power steering fluid so the steering wheel does not need as much force from the driver. That assist depends on the gear assembly staying sealed and holding fluid pressure.

On affected vehicles, a supplier cutting tool had damaged teeth while machining the groove that holds a retaining clip, called a circlip. If that groove has the wrong shape, the circlip can disengage. Toyota estimates 25% of the involved vehicles have the incorrect groove shape. When the clip moves out of place, power steering fluid can leak, and steering assist can drop suddenly.

There is no warning sign before failure. If the leak has already started, steering can feel heavier, especially at low speed or while parking.

Who's affected?

Covers Tundra pickups and Sequoia SUVs across the 2007-2022 model years, with the hydraulic rack and pinion steering gear named in the recall scope.

2020 Toyota Tundra power steering system
2020 Toyota Tundra steering system
2016 Toyota Sequoia power steering system
2016 Toyota Sequoia steering system
2017 Toyota Tundra power steering system
Units affected22,462

The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.

What's the safety risk?

An oil leak can cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, making the Tundra or Sequoia harder to steer and increasing the risk of a crash. Schedule the inspection and repair soon, and use extra care if steering suddenly feels heavy. Repair is free at any franchised Toyota dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2007-2022 Toyota Tundra or Sequoia is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised Toyota dealer to schedule the free power steering gear assembly inspection and needed replacement that addresses the oil leak and loss of power steering assist.
  3. Bring the recall notice if Toyota mailed one. If not, reference recall number 21V920 when you call.
  4. Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Stop driving if steering assist changes or you see a steering-fluid leak.
  5. Call Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331 with questions about Toyota recall 21TB10 or 21TA10.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a Toyota technician inspects the power steering gear assembly for the manufacturing issue that can lead to an oil leak. If the assembly is affected, the technician replaces it. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Toyota has a general reimbursement plan on file. If you've already paid out of pocket for a related power steering gear repair, bring receipts or repair documentation and ask the service desk how to submit the claim.

ReimbursementReimbursement available

Timeline

November 23, 2021 NHTSA published the recall
November 23, 2021 Dealer notification began
December 23, 2021 Dealer notification ended
January 21, 2022 Owner notification mailed
January 22, 2022 VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
January 22, 2022 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 21V920?

Recall 21V920 covers 22,462 2007-2022 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles with a power steering gear assembly that was manufactured incorrectly. The defect can cause an oil leak, sudden loss of power steering assist, and increased crash risk. Toyota dealers will inspect and replace the assembly for free.

What should I do if my 2007-2022 Toyota Tundra or Sequoia is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck or SUV is included in recall 21V920. If it is, contact a franchised Toyota dealer to schedule the power steering gear inspection. The dealer will replace the assembly as necessary for free. Reference recall 21V920 or Toyota recall numbers 21TB10 and 21TA10 when you call.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost, and Toyota's remedy says dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly as necessary free of charge at any franchised Toyota dealer.

What is the safety risk?

The safety risk is sudden loss of power steering assist from an oil leak. If that happens, the vehicle becomes harder to steer, especially at lower speeds or during parking maneuvers, which increases crash risk. The repair path is a free Toyota dealer inspection and replacement if needed.

What if I bought my Toyota Tundra or Sequoia used?

The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Tundra or Sequoia is included, then call a franchised Toyota dealer. Owner letters were mailed on January 21, 2022.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V920000
Toyota customer service1-800-331-4331
NHTSA recall #21V920
NHTSA recall # (full)21V920000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →