Lexus Recall 99V-307: Steering – steering wheel/handle bar

Affected: 1995–1998 Lexus ES300, 1995–1998 Toyota Camry. Filed with NHTSA on November 1, 1999, covering about 540,037 vehicles.

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The steering wheel set nut May not have been sufficiently tightened causing steering vibration and looseness.

The risk

This can result in a loss of vehicle control.

The fix

Dealers will tighten the steering wheel set nut.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign99V-307 (99V307000)
Manufacturer numberX06/XL7
ManufacturerToyota Motor Corporation
ComponentSteering › Steering wheel/handle bar
Report dateNovember 1, 1999
Owners notifiedNovember 30, 1999
Vehicles affected540,037
Initiated byNHTSA investigation

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the steering

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 99V-307 repair free?

Yes. Lexus dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will tighten the steering wheel set nut.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 540,037 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.