Power assist: vacuumRecall 21V-890 · 2018–2019 Toyota Camry
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing recall 21V-890 covers 227,490 2018–2019 Toyota Camry for a power assist: vacuum problem, reported to NHTSA on November 17, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q1) shows 70% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V890000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Camry vehicles. The vane cap inside the vacuum pump may break, causing the pump to fail, which could result in a sudden loss of braking assist.
The risk
A sudden loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will repair or replace the vacuum pump, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
70%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 9,952 vehicles were listed as unreachable.