Also recalled in Canada2017 LEXUS ES350NHTSA Campaign #17V415000
The official notice
Defect
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017 Lexus ES350 vehicles. The right-hand side tie rod lock nut may loosen over time.
Safety Risk
If the lock nut loosens, the tie rod may separate causing a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lock nut and, if it is found loose, replace the lock nut, steering gear assembly, and tie rod assembly, free of charge. The recall began on July 26, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is HLC.
1,761 vehicles affectedMfr ref: HLCUpdated June 10, 2026