Toyota () 4runner: Steering Relay Rod May Crack

Toyota 4Runner Recall Summary Toyota is recalling 3,380 4Runner vehicles because the steering relay rod may crack if the steering wheel is repeatedly turned with high effort, such as when fully turning the wheel while the vehicle is stationary. In severe cases, a fractured steering rod could result in loss of steering control. The remedy involves replacing the affected steering relay rod.

Recalling firm

TOYOTA (GB) PLC

Product

Vehicles: TOYOTA () 4RUNNER. Units affected: 3,380

Reason

If the steering wheel is repeatedly turned under conditions where high steering effort is required such as when fully turning the steering wheel whilst the vehicle is stationary a fatigue crack may develop in the relay rod. In extreme cases the steering rod may fracture causing a loss of steering control. Remedy: Recall the likely to be affected vehicles and replace the steering relay rod.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2006-03-06

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/d132bc61-7af4-4cf7-a7a3-e2395763f2e7