Seven problems related to rear suspension have been reported for the 1996 Toyota 4Runner. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1996 Toyota 4 runner. The contact isnt currently experiencing any failures at this time. The contact has been waiting to have the recall repair honored since January 1, 2007. The related recall# is 0v021000. The current mileage was 115000.
Consumer received recall 02 v 021 000. Contacted dealer, and parts were not available.
After vehicle was repaired under recall 02 v021 000, at highway speeds rear of vehicle lost directional stability, resulting in loss of control/collision.
Recall 02v021000 concerning rear suspension. Consumer had recall repairs done once, but the problem recurred.
This accident has been referred to a lawyer and an engineering expert to determine whether the axle failed due to a mechanical defect. On witness following the vehicle said the vehicle dropped.
Rear suspension failed.
After making an appointment to have rear suspension recall 02v021000 performed the consumer was informed that the parts were not available . This has occurred on five separate occasions.