One problem related to front suspension lower ball joint has been reported for the 1997 Toyota Tacoma. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1997 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the front axle failed on may 29, 2007. He called the local Toyota dealer who looked up his VIN. The vehicle was not included in the recalls issued for older models of his vehicle. The contact's insurance agency referred him to NHTSA. The engine size was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 201,000. The lower ball joint had failed. Updated 07/06/07.