1996-1998 Toyota 4RUNNER recall: suspension

Toyota Motor North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on January 18, 2002. It covers about 273,743 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 273,743
reported: Jan 18, 2002
owners notified: Feb 28, 2002
related complaints: 194

Suspension

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: This may result in a loss of control and could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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 number 02V021000

Affected vehicles

Toyota 4RUNNER 1996-1998 1996 1997 1998

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 194 complaints about suspension problems.

1996 Toyota 4RUNNER 1997 Toyota 4RUNNER 1998 Toyota 4RUNNER

Questions about recall 02V021000

Is there a recall on the 1996-1998 Toyota 4RUNNER suspension?

Yes. Recall 02V021000, reported on January 18, 2002, covers about 273,743 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 02V021000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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