2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Posted on: 1991-10-04
Description
Due to a computer program error, certain digits of the gvwr and the gawr appeared in incorrect locations on the certification label located on the left front door of the subject vehicles.
Consequence
The certification label would not comply with thestandards of 49 cfr part 576.
Corrective Action
Return the vehicle to the toyota dealer for exchange of the certification label.
Notes
System: certification label, 49 cfr part 567.vehicle description: passenger cars.
DEFECT #2 - SUSPENSION
Posted on: 2010-02-11
Description
Ride control is recalling certain front strut mounts branded as gabriel ride control or arvinmeritor, p/nos. 142435, 142193, 142305, 142303, sold as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed above. The affected front strut mounts did not contain a weld joint between the bearing housing and the rate plate.
Consequence
The absence of the weld can allow the strut to come out of its mounting position under certain extreme driving conditions which could cause damage to surrounding vehicle components increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ride control will notify owners of record and replace the affected parts free of charge. The safety recall began on march 15, 2010. Owners may contact ride control at 1-248-458-1396.
Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket gabriel ride control or arvinmeritor front strut mounts and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by general motors, nissan, or toyota.owners 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.