The problem
Vehicle description: sport utiity vehicles. The reservoir filler cap of the brake master cylinder May induce a vacuum, introducing some air into the brake master cylinder reservoir. This could cause abnormal brake noise and increased pedal stroke when the brakes are applied.
The risk
The increased pedal stroke will lengthen the stopping distance of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will bleed the air from the brake lines and replace the reservoir filler cap. Owner notification began July 30, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 01V-228 (01V228000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Component | Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder |
| Report date | July 5, 2001 |
| Owners notified | July 30, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 41,169 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the brakes
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 01V-228 repair free?
Yes. Toyota dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will bleed the air from the brake lines and replace the reservoir filler cap. Owner notification began July 30, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 41,169 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.