The problem
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2011 venza and sienna passenger cars manufactured from March 7, through March 10, 2011. There is a possibility that the front, right, drive shaft May break due to insufficient heat treatment.
The risk
Should the drive shaft break during vehicle operation, the vehicle will lose power without prior warning. Loss of motive power without warning May increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Toyota will notify owners and dealers will inspect the drive shaft, and, if the drive shaft is identified as one that May not have been correctly manufactured, it will be replaced with a new one at no charge. The safety recall began on June 22, 2011. Owners May contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 11V-306 (11V306000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Component | Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft |
| Report date | June 1, 2011 |
| Owners notified | June 22, 2011 |
| Vehicles affected | 50 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 11V-306 repair free?
Yes. Toyota dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Toyota will notify owners and dealers will inspect the drive shaft, and, if the drive shaft is identified as one that May not have been correctly manufactured, it will be replaced with a new one at no charge. The safety recall began on June 22, 2011.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 50 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.