Recall 15V228000: 2015 Scion TC
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Apr 17, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 114
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Toyota Scion tC vehicles manufactured December 3, 2014, to January 30, 2015 and equipped with accessory coil springs as part of an optional Release Series 9 trim package. During installation of these coil springs, the rear suspension components may not have been properly tightened.
The risk
If the rear suspension components were not properly tightened, the rear suspension arms may detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bolts, nuts, rear suspension arms, and rear suspension member sub assembly, free of charge. The recall began on June 12, 2015. Owners may contact Scion customer service at 1-866-707-2466.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2015 Scion TC
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 15V228000
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Owner letters
- Jun 12, 2015
- Components
- Suspension:rear (Suspension)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology