Is my CV Axle Leaking? Only 25k Miles

Hello everyone! I have a 2021 TRD Off road with only 25k miles and I just noticed the front drive side CV axle as a lot of grease near the boot. I bought this as a certified pre-owned from a South Coast Toyota in Costa Mesa California.

Its only on the drive side, the passenger side looks clean. I just got the truck aligned a week ago as I just put new tires on and they didn't mention any issues

I dont see any grease/oil anywhere on the actual boot or where it connects to the wheel/hub. I scrapped a little off with my finger and its pretty thick grease consistency.

Hoping its not a leak and maybe a previous shop just tried greasing it. What are people's thoughts? Should I talk to Toyota about a warranty claim since they missed this in the certification? Thanks!

 

Yes

 

Yes, looks like it's seeping out. I'd clean it and watch it.

 

Just updated the original thread, but forgot to mention originally that I bought this Tacoma as a certified pre-owned from Toyota. Can I talk to them about a free warranty work?

 

Worst thing that can happen is they say no.so it’s ok to ask

 

So, yes it’s leaking, but not how they normally leak. Suspect the clamp has failed. It’s an easy fix……

 

should be covered under warranty. Give the dealership a ring. Same thing happened to me

 

Thanks for the quick replies. Just called my local Toyota dealer and will be taking it in next week. Fingers crossed warranty takes care of it.

 

^CV axles should be covered by the basic 5yr/60k powertrain warranty. Should be a quick fix in situ. Pry off both clamps, clean up excess grease, squeeze a pouch of new grease in the boot, and cinch up two new clamps.

 

im sure they will cover it, it’s not lifted.

 

Wanted to give an update. Happy to say I took it to my local Toyota dealer today and they replaced the whole driver-side axle for free under warranty! Thanks for everyones input.

 

That’s great! Glad it worked out in your favor. Restores a little faith that dealers can and do right by their customers.