Lexus/Toyota recall, Steering

Recall date	November 9, 2011
Models affected	2005 Lexus ES 2004 Lexus RX 2005 Lexus RX 2006 Lexus RX 2004 Toyota Avalon 2004 Toyota Camry 2005 Toyota Camry 2004 Toyota Highlander 2005 Toyota Highlander 2006 Toyota Highlander 2004 Toyota Sienna 2005 Toyota Sienna 2004 Toyota Solara 2005 Toyota Solara
Units affected	23,003
Details	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. Correction: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the crankshaft pulley.

Lexus/Toyota Steering Recall #2011397