100 series recall for steering snap ring falling off!

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Toyota—Land Cruiser 100 Series & Lexus LX470 Steering Intermediate Shaft Snap Ring
PRA number: 2010/11856
Date created: 30th July 2010
Product information
Product description
Land Cruiser 100 Series & Lexus LX470

Target Number: 4,368

Recall Campaign: 0523G
Identifying features
Toyota Land Cruiser 100
Model Code: HDJ100, VIN: JTEHC05J# 04030122 - 04042432
Model Code: UZJ100, VIN: JTEHT05J# 02080021 - 02117147
Production: May 2005 - August 2007

Lexus LX470
Model Code: UZJ100, VIN: JTJHTOOW# 03523007 - 04029736
Production: July 2002 - August 2007
What are the hazards?
If the snap ring becomes disengaged and the steering is then repeatedly turned to the full lock position, there is a possibility that the steering shaft may dislodge, which could result in loss of steering causing an accident.
What are the defects?
On certain Land Cruiser Saraha 100 and Lexus LX470 vehicles, the construction of the steering shaft is such that the snap ring on the shaft may disengage when the vehicle experiences an unusually severe impact to the front wheels (for example, striking a deep pothole in the roadway).
Where the product was sold

* National

Supplier
Toyota Motor Corporation Australia Limited
What should consumers do?
All owners of affected vehicles will be contacted individually by letter. Letters will be sent from 13 August 2010. Repairs are aniticipated to commence from 14 August 2010.

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