Recall Alert: 48,000 Toyota Tacomas May Lose Shock Reservoirs

Toyota has issued a recall covering nearly 48,000 Tacoma pickup trucks in the United States after identifying a problem with the shock absorber reservoirs on certain models. The affected vehicles are the TRD Off-Road and Hybrid variants, where the reservoir may separate from the shock assembly. This can lead to oil leaking and a sudden loss of damping performance, which in turn can degrade ride quality and, in more serious cases, affect the driver’s ability to control the truck.

Owners of the affected trucks will be contacted directly by Toyota, and repairs will be carried out free of charge. As with most federal campaigns, the action is tracked through official campaign codes, and owners can check whether their specific vehicle is included using a VIN lookup tool on Toyota’s recall website. Until the fix is applied, drivers are advised to be alert to unusual noises, uneven handling, or visible fluid leaks near the wheels.

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