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Can lower knuckle bushing wear be related at all to suspension recall?

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Old 02-10-14, 08:21 PM
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Default Can lower knuckle bushing wear be related at all to suspension recall?

There is a recall that has to do with the arm (I wish I understood what this really meant but thought I would just ask all of you). My lower knuckle bushing is worn and I need to replace the knuckle and the bearing. Any chance this may have anything to do with the recall ? I ask this only because my car has about 75000 miles on it, which seems to me a little premature to be having this kind of wear and tear. Its a hybrid and I drive it sensibly.

Also, since I'm here and likely will be footing the bill anyway... are there alternative parts that can be use (non OEM I mean?)

Thanks in advance.
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I think the recall involves the rear tie rods, and the knuckle bushing you are talking about is on the front. Right?
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No. Left rear.
Old 02-23-14, 03:26 AM
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http://pressroom.lexus.com/releases/...+aug1+2012.htm

I bet if you took it in and looked worried, they'd do something. Especially armed with a little information.
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Thanks. It appears that the parts are being tooled and they will fix it when they have the parts!!
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