I was reading an article just released about Ford recalling 3.8 million trucks, and came across this tidbit:

This is the first I've heard about this recall.
Anyone else have any more info?

(This seems to be different from the ball joint recall for later models a few months ago)

 

Oh, here is the article link:

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/9241475/

 

I wonder which rod they're referring to. Maybe the rod connected to the ragjoint??
I know when I replaced my power steering rack, the guy I bought the part from told me that the 4runners and Tacomas both had problems with rusting around the inner tierods.

 

I wonder if they take SAS vehicle too...

 

It would just about have to be. The steering shaft to the box is the only thing in common among that broad range of years, I think.

It's not in the NHTSA database yet anyway.

 

would a lift void the recall?

 

Flamedx4 mentioned something about a NHTSA database. Is that something on the net that anyone can access to look up recalls?

 

Guys,

Hope this isn't a repost but i found it today:

Toyota announced Tuesday that it will issue a voluntary "Special Service Campaign" in co-operation with NHTSA. The campaign involves certain power-steering equipped 1989-1996 4Runner SUVs, compact pick-ups and T-100 pick-ups (see update/edit below)

In these vehicles, a crack can develop in the steering relay rod if the steering wheel is turned repeatedly under conditions requiring extreme force, such as when the vehicle is stopped. In the worst possible case, the company said, the rod may fracture causing a loss of steering control.

Owners of these vehicles will be notified by mail, Toyota said, beginning in mid-September. Customers with questions are directed to contact Toyota customer service at 800-331-4331.


EDIT:

I called 800-331-4331 and got the years clarified. They are:

89 - 95 Toyota trucks with 4WD and power steering

90 - 95 Toyota 4Runners

93 - 98 Toyota T100 trucks

I got through to a phone rep who said that it's best to call in with your VIN because not all of the vehicles within those model/year ranges (above) will be covered. He said that it depends on where and when the vehicle was manufactured.

Bob

 

bob

this post (https://www.yotatech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=66901) says 89-98. do we know which is correct?

**EDIT:
copied from msn article in other thread

 

i'll call toyota right now...

 

Anyone know if this is only for 4WD T100's or for the 2WD's also?

Thanks

 

I have a 2002 4Runner, I am not affected by this recall correct ? but I read earlier post (about a month ago) that there is a front ball joint recall for 1999 to 2002 4Runner, am I correct or wrong ?

 

hmmm, are they're ways to void the recall? lift kits, ect....? It'll be a month or so before I even can start to think about dealing with this.

 

Is it for 4Runners only with power steering or all? Referring to Bob's edit, he listed the trucks as 4wd and power steering, but nothing specified for the 4Runner, only 90-95.

 

Btw, I asked because I don't have power steering!

 

darn it, I was hoping it was a recall for all the parts i needed!!

 

would someone post the 800 # that we can call to check out our vin's please?

thanks,

lee

 

contact your local dealer and give them your vin# , and they'll be able to let you know.

 

yes, the ball join recall is still in effect for 2001 and 2002 4runners. 99-00 are not effected by the bj recall.

also, nothing annoyed me more than when my local fox news channel reported this and showed what was clearly a 98 4runner, not a 90 - 95

 

Here's the # 800-331-4331.