The problem
Under certain driving conditions, the front suspension support can crack leading to failure of the support.
The risk
This condition can result in loss of vehicle control.
The fix
DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE SUSPENSION SUPPORT.
Contacts
System: suspension; independent; front. Vehicle description: light duty pickup truck. Owner notification: owner notification is expected to begin in late august 1996. Note: 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. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Toyota dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 96V129000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.