Recall 05V-389
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. recalled the 1990 to 1995 Toyota 4RUNNER and 2 other models: Steering (linkages, rod, relay, connecting).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 05V-389
- Reported
- September 6, 2005
- Vehicles affected
- 977,839 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, if the steering wheel is repeatedly turned under certain conditions where high steering effort and power assist are required, for instance, when fully turning the wheel while the vehicle is stopped, a fatigue crack may develop in the steering relay rod.
The risk
If the vehicle is continued to be operated in this condition, the relay rod may fracture, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the steering relay rod. The recall began october 5, 2005. Owners may contact toyota at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Toyota recall no. Ssc 50n.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Toyota 4RUNNER 1990 to 1995
- Toyota Pickup 1990 to 1995
- Toyota T100 1993 to 1998