Steering
Transport Canada recall 2011397 · manufacturer campaign SSC 152 / SSC 153
9 November 2011
Transport Canada lists: Es 330 2005 · RX 330 2004–2005 · RX 400 2006 · Avalon 2004 · and 4 more
What is wrong
On certain vehicles equipped with a 1MZ-FE or 3MZ-FE V6 engine, the crankshaft pulley may fail. The outer ring may become misaligned, or it may not properly rotate, causing noise and/or illumination of the discharge warning light. In addition, the power steering belt may become detached from the crankshaft pulley, which could result in a sudden increase in steering effort. A loss of steering power assist could result in a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury.
What the dealer will do
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the crankshaft pulley.