Brake Disc Rotor problems of the 1997 Toyota 4Runner

Two problems related to brake disc rotor have been reported for the 1997 Toyota 4Runner. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 03/01/2002

While traveling on the highway the truck has a thumping noise coming from the rear. The dealership is aware of the problem. The right rear seat will not fold. The brackets have been replaced twice and the seat is still half way folded. Also the door indicator light illuminates and does not go off and the locks will not lock. They were inspected and no problem was found. The driver side mirror is falling. The brakes needed repairs performed. The front rotors had excessive rout out.

2 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 04/30/1999

The rear axle seal leaked oil, contaminating rear brakes, and causing rear brakes to become inoperative. Also and premature wear of front brake rotors.




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