NHTSA Recall 05V225000
NHTSA Campaign Id 05V225000; Date: May. 17, 2005
The lower ball joint may separate from the knuckle causing loss of steering control and a crash could occur.
Recalled Vehicles:
2001 Toyota 4Runner; 2002 Toyota 4Runner; 2002 Toyota Sequoia; 2003 Toyota Sequoia; 2004 Toyota Sequoia; 2001 Toyota Tacoma; 2002 Toyota Tacoma; 2003 Toyota Tacoma; 2004 Toyota Tacoma; 2002 Toyota Tundra; 2003 Toyota Tundra; 2004 Toyota Tundra
Component: Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint
Manufactured by: Toyota Motor North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 768,379
Recall Summary:
On certain sport utility vehicles, due to a manufacturing issue in the front suspension lower ball joint, there is a possibility that the surface of the ball of the joint may have been scratched. The ball joint may eventually experience excessive wear and looseness, resulting in increased steering effort.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the front suspension lower ball joints free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2005. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Recall Notes:
Toyota recall no. 50j. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 5, 2005
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