NHTSA Recall 02V021000
NHTSA Campaign Id 02V021000; Date: Jan. 18, 2002
This may result in a loss of control and could increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1996 Toyota 4Runner; 1997 Toyota 4Runner; 1998 Toyota 4Runner
Component: Suspension
Manufactured by: Toyota Motor North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 273,743
Recall Summary:
On certain 2-wheel-drive (2wd) and 4-wheel-drive (4wd) 4runner sport utility vehicles, a combination of heavy loading (simultaneous loading to rear gross axle weight rating and gross vehicle weight rating) and severe steering maneuvers could cause the 2wd 4runner to lose directional stability.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace rear suspension parts. Although the 4wd 4runners do not exhibit the handling condition, Toyota will recall these vehicles to avoid any public confusion as to which vehicles should receive the replacement parts. Owner notification began February 28, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Recall Notes:
Toyota recall no. Ssc 20a. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 28, 2002
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