The problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
The risk
An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB10 and 21TA10.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 21V-920 (21V920000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 21TB10 / 21TA10 |
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Component | Steering › Hydraulic power assist system |
| Report date | November 23, 2021 |
| Owners notified | January 21, 2022 |
| Vehicles affected | 22,462 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 2008 Toyota Sequoia
- 2009 Toyota Sequoia
- 2010 Toyota Sequoia
- 2011 Toyota Sequoia
- 2012 Toyota Sequoia
- 2013 Toyota Sequoia
- 2014 Toyota Sequoia
- 2015 Toyota Sequoia
- 2016 Toyota Sequoia
- 2017 Toyota Sequoia
- 2018 Toyota Sequoia
- 2019 Toyota Sequoia
- 2007 Toyota Tundra
- 2008 Toyota Tundra
- 2009 Toyota Tundra
- 2010 Toyota Tundra
- 2011 Toyota Tundra
- 2012 Toyota Tundra
- 2013 Toyota Tundra
- 2014 Toyota Tundra
- 2015 Toyota Tundra
- 2016 Toyota Tundra
- 2017 Toyota Tundra
- 2018 Toyota Tundra
- 2019 Toyota Tundra
- 2020 Toyota Tundra
- 2021 Toyota Tundra
Plus 2 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the steering
- 2008 Toyota Sequoia steering problems 2
- 2010 Toyota Sequoia steering problems 1
- 2011 Toyota Sequoia steering problems 1
- 2012 Toyota Sequoia steering problems 1
- 2014 Toyota Sequoia steering problems 1
- 2016 Toyota Sequoia steering problems 1
- 2018 Toyota Sequoia steering problems 1
- 2019 Toyota Sequoia steering problems 1
- 2007 Toyota Tundra steering problems 11
- 2008 Toyota Tundra steering problems 11
- 2009 Toyota Tundra steering problems 2
- 2010 Toyota Tundra steering problems 6
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 21V-920 repair free?
Yes. Toyota dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 22,462 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.