Special Service Campaign for 90-95 4Runners, 89-95 Trucks and 93-98 T100s

Crux · 09-07-2005, 10:37 AM

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

Quote:

Toyota Motor Co., meanwhile, recalled 978,000 sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks amid concerns over the power steering system. The affected vehicles include 4Runner SUVs, compact pickups and T-100 pickups built between 1989 and 1998.

Toyota said a rod linking the steering wheel and the wheels may fracture under conditions where the steering wheel is turned while the vehicle is stopped. Owners will be notified beginning in mid-September, the company said.

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)

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Crux · 09-07-2005, 10:39 AM

Oh, here is the article link:

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

ASU4runner · 09-07-2005, 11:18 AM

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.

anthony1 · 09-07-2005, 11:31 AM

I wonder if they take SAS vehicle too...

Flamedx4 · 09-07-2005, 12:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ASU4runner

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.

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.

EWAYota · 09-07-2005, 01:16 PM

would a lift void the recall?

gthorne · 09-07-2005, 01:47 PM

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

Bob_98SR5 · 09-07-2005, 01:57 PM

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

garrett1478 · 09-07-2005, 02:06 PM

bob

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

**EDIT:
copied from msn article in other thread

Quote:

Toyota Motor Co., meanwhile, recalled 978,000 sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks amid concerns over the power steering system. The affected vehicles include the 1990-1995 4Runner SUV, 1989-1995 truck 4WD and 1993-1998 T-100 pickup.

Bob_98SR5 · 09-07-2005, 02:08 PM

i'll call toyota right now...

Toy4Life · 09-07-2005, 05:16 PM

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

Thanks

yota5VZFE · 09-07-2005, 05:34 PM

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 ?

EWAYota · 09-07-2005, 05:56 PM

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.

Dr.Feelgood · 09-07-2005, 08:05 PM

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.

Dr.Feelgood · 09-07-2005, 08:07 PM

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

outdoorfever · 09-07-2005, 09:45 PM

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

leebee · 09-08-2005, 02:18 AM

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

thanks,

lee

dwh91102 · 09-08-2005, 03:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by leebee

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.

lee · 09-08-2005, 05:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yota5VZFE

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 ?

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

Sequoia'd · 09-08-2005, 09:25 AM

Here's the # 800-331-4331.

arjan · 09-08-2005, 04:35 PM

It looks to be all the vehicles with the torsion bar setup after and including '89.
Newer Toyotas with the rack and pinions setup doesn't seem affected.

airrikk17 · 09-08-2005, 04:57 PM

i jsut called my dealership in town and thye dont even know for sure which vehilces are affected and they wont know for 3 more weeks .

i really wanted ot get this done beforei replaced all my ball joints and such , but maybe it will be worth it to do al lmy stuff then they will have to do the alignment on their dime

airrikk17

Snorkeldepth · 09-08-2005, 10:01 PM

I called the dealer in Costa Mesa. They checked my VIN against a notice they had received. They said my VIN wasn't included in the recall. They also said that the breadth of the recall hadn't been established for sure yet. Things should be clearer in a month or so . . . . so they said.

mt_goat · 09-09-2005, 11:19 AM

They said my truck was definitely part of the recall. It will be interesting taking in a 12-year-old truck for a recall. My body lift, suspension lift, and ball joint spacers are sure to raise a concern with some mechanics looking to beat the book rate. Lucky I know one Toyota tech here with a Toyota trail rig.

Has anyone actually seen or heard of one of these rods breaking? Guys bend idler arms and break tie rods all the time wheeling these trucks and they recall a part I've never heard of breaking.

Sounds like a very scary failure (loosing steering at God only knows what speed), I'm not really wanting to go though that expenience.

94-RUNNER · 09-09-2005, 12:03 PM

Just called Toyota and they said that mine is not included in the recall ! What a relief, don't have to go to the stealership !

09-07-2005, 10:39 AM	#2 (permalink)
Crux Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Castle Rock, CO Posts: 849	Oh, here is the article link: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/9241475/ __________________ 97 4Runner SR5 Blue - 135k miles, E-Locker, Armorology front/rear bumpers & sliders, BudBuilt skidplate+belly, MTR 285/75/16s, 2" Tundra/OME Lift, 1" 4Crawler Bodylift, 1" diff drop, Black Aluminum Wheels, Cobra CB 04 Land Cruiser Grey - 90k miles, OME Lift, Slee Sliders, 35" Toyo Muds

09-07-2005, 11:18 AM	#3 (permalink)
ASU4runner Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Boone, NC Posts: 535	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. __________________ '99 4runner Limited 4x4 w/ E-Locker '96 4runner Limited 4x4 SOLD SE4RJ - Pics

09-07-2005, 11:31 AM	#4 (permalink)
anthony1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: torrance, CA. Posts: 976	I wonder if they take SAS vehicle too... __________________ http://www.angelfire.com/ca6/954runner GOD's Country Best Seen In A 4 Runner. SAS front: lf,ARB,Ml4",Marlin arms, rear: cable elock,APlinks,OEmu860,35MT/R 5spd, 4:1. ..."But officer, that was not an illegal turn, it was just an undocumented turn."

09-07-2005, 01:16 PM	#6 (permalink)
EWAYota Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Richland, Washington Posts: 4,596	would a lift void the recall? __________________ DJ 1994 Pickup 22RE, Engnbldr 261 cam, 5 speed. Tires that go around and around... Preping for SAS...... Originally Posted By Fustercluck "Proof that Gangus did not spontaneously generate....he has relatives." Originally Posted By Tacoclimber "My two year old better get a job, soon..." Reply Posted By Oly884 "I hear coal mining is a great career." Myspace

09-07-2005, 01:47 PM	#7 (permalink)
gthorne Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Indiana Posts: 71	Flamedx4 mentioned something about a NHTSA database. Is that something on the net that anyone can access to look up recalls? __________________ ~Garrett 1985 Reg. Cab - Dual cases - Longfields - 33" TSL's 1994 4Runner SR5 - Downey HD Coils - Bilsteins - Yakima Rack. 2003 Tundra - TRD

09-07-2005, 01:57 PM	#8 (permalink)
Bob_98SR5 Contributing Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 10,092	Special Service Campaign for 90-95 4Runners, 89-95 Trucks and 93-98 T100s 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 Last edited by Bob_98SR5; 09-08-2005 at 09:31 AM.

09-07-2005, 02:08 PM	#10 (permalink)
Bob_98SR5 Contributing Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 10,092	i'll call toyota right now...

09-07-2005, 05:16 PM	#11 (permalink)
Toy4Life Registered User Join Date: May 2004 Location: Iowa Posts: 14	Anyone know if this is only for 4WD T100's or for the 2WD's also? Thanks __________________ 1998 T100 - 2WD - 5 Speed - TRD headers - custom dual exhaust - PIAA Super Plasma bulbs - air box elbow removal mod - "O-gasket mod" - Goodridge SS Clutch Cable- Poly end links and sway bar bushings - custom grille inserts- AIWA head unit - Boston speakers - Yokohama Geolandar HT/S G051's...and other things I can't remember... "Of course I'm crazy, but that doesn't mean I'm wrong. I'm mad but not ill"

09-07-2005, 05:34 PM	#12 (permalink)
yota5VZFE Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Bay area, CA Posts: 26	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 ? __________________ 2002 4Runner V6 4WD

09-07-2005, 05:56 PM	#13 (permalink)
EWAYota Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Richland, Washington Posts: 4,596	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. __________________ DJ 1994 Pickup 22RE, Engnbldr 261 cam, 5 speed. Tires that go around and around... Preping for SAS...... Originally Posted By Fustercluck "Proof that Gangus did not spontaneously generate....he has relatives." Originally Posted By Tacoclimber "My two year old better get a job, soon..." Reply Posted By Oly884 "I hear coal mining is a great career." Myspace

09-07-2005, 08:05 PM	#14 (permalink)
Dr.Feelgood Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: N4327.220', W7630.330' Posts: 316	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. __________________ '90 4Runner SR5 22RE 5spd 4x4, Pacesetter header & downpipe, Magnaflow 18" oval, 2.25" pipes, Rock Crawler 51 15x8 Steel Wheels, Pro Comp 33x12.5 ATs, Aisin Hub Swap, 2" BL, Energy Suspension Mounts/Bushings, K&N Filter, Accel Coil, NGK Iridium Plugs & Blue Wires, Toyota Brush Guard, Allpro Offroad Rear Bumper w/ 2" receiver, SB SureSteps, Whiteface Glow Gauges, Husky Liners, New Front Fenders, Radiator

09-07-2005, 08:07 PM	#15 (permalink)
Dr.Feelgood Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: N4327.220', W7630.330' Posts: 316	Btw, I asked because I don't have power steering! __________________ '90 4Runner SR5 22RE 5spd 4x4, Pacesetter header & downpipe, Magnaflow 18" oval, 2.25" pipes, Rock Crawler 51 15x8 Steel Wheels, Pro Comp 33x12.5 ATs, Aisin Hub Swap, 2" BL, Energy Suspension Mounts/Bushings, K&N Filter, Accel Coil, NGK Iridium Plugs & Blue Wires, Toyota Brush Guard, Allpro Offroad Rear Bumper w/ 2" receiver, SB SureSteps, Whiteface Glow Gauges, Husky Liners, New Front Fenders, Radiator

09-07-2005, 09:45 PM	#16 (permalink)
outdoorfever Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Concord NC Posts: 1,058	darn it, I was hoping it was a recall for all the parts i needed!! __________________ -Kyle Forasmuch then as Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves likewise with the same mind: for he that hath suffered in the flesh hath ceased from sin; That he no longer should live the rest of his time in the flesh to the lusts of men, but to the will of God. GOD IS A CONSUMING FIRE!!

09-08-2005, 02:18 AM	#17 (permalink)
leebee Contributing Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: marlbank, canada Posts: 2,449	would someone post the 800 # that we can call to check out our vin's please? thanks, lee __________________ 93 sr5 v6 auto, 4x4 Photos http://s866.photobucket.com/albums/a...albumview=grid there are quite some attractive ladies on here with Toys. (compliments of ironmike) ifsc 3(.0) http://tlca.org www.of4wd.com www.sontt.com

09-08-2005, 09:25 AM	#20 (permalink)
Sequoia'd Registered User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: TX Posts: 91	Here's the # 800-331-4331.

09-08-2005, 04:35 PM	#21 (permalink)
arjan Contributing Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Mission, British Columbia Posts: 1,558	It looks to be all the vehicles with the torsion bar setup after and including '89. Newer Toyotas with the rack and pinions setup doesn't seem affected. __________________ 2006 4Runner V8 Sports Edition Red 1997 4Runner 3.4L Bushwacker Flares, 5spd, E locker

09-08-2005, 04:57 PM	#22 (permalink)
airrikk17 Contributing Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: spokane, wa Posts: 566	i jsut called my dealership in town and thye dont even know for sure which vehilces are affected and they wont know for 3 more weeks . i really wanted ot get this done beforei replaced all my ball joints and such , but maybe it will be worth it to do al lmy stuff then they will have to do the alignment on their dime airrikk17 __________________ airrikk17 soon to be toyotaless. thanks for all the memories.

09-08-2005, 10:01 PM	#23 (permalink)
Snorkeldepth Contributing Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Orange County, California Posts: 601	I called the dealer in Costa Mesa. They checked my VIN against a notice they had received. They said my VIN wasn't included in the recall. They also said that the breadth of the recall hadn't been established for sure yet. Things should be clearer in a month or so . . . . so they said. __________________ 1990 SR5 V6 Standard Cab Short Bed 4X4 5 Speed

09-09-2005, 11:19 AM	#24 (permalink)
mt_goat Contributing Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Oklahoma State Posts: 8,916	They said my truck was definitely part of the recall. It will be interesting taking in a 12-year-old truck for a recall. My body lift, suspension lift, and ball joint spacers are sure to raise a concern with some mechanics looking to beat the book rate. Lucky I know one Toyota tech here with a Toyota trail rig. Has anyone actually seen or heard of one of these rods breaking? Guys bend idler arms and break tie rods all the time wheeling these trucks and they recall a part I've never heard of breaking. Sounds like a very scary failure (loosing steering at God only knows what speed), I'm not really wanting to go though that expenience. __________________ ~Dale~ 93 4X4 ext-cab, auto, SR5, 3.4 V6, supercharged, 2.1" pulley, URD fuel mods, Aquamist WI, IPT valve body mod, dual cases, 4" superlift front, Alcan springs rear, 33 BFG MT, ARB locked front & rear, 5.29 US Gears, RB 1" Body Lift, 1.5" ball joint spacers, manual hubs, TJM T-17, Warn m8000.

09-09-2005, 12:03 PM	#25 (permalink)
94-RUNNER Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Ct. Posts: 307	Recall Just called Toyota and they said that mine is not included in the recall ! What a relief, don't have to go to the stealership ! __________________ OFF ROAD TRIP 1994 4-Runner 4X4 3.Slow & other stuff http://community.webshots.com/user/94runner

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