recall information
Recall number
REC-002790
PRA number
2005/8017
Campaign number
5525H
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Toyota
Model
Hilux 4WD + 4Runner
Affected units
21,012
Identifying features
Hilux: Model LN107: 09000001 - 09003193, Model LN111: 09000002 - 09007185, Model RN106: 06000001 - 06000743, Model RN110: 08000002 - 08001416. 4Runner: Model LN130: 08000002 - 08004815, Model RN130: 07000001 - 07002737, Model YN130: 08000001 - 08000465, Model VZN130: 07000001 - 07009860.
What are the defects?
A fatigue crack may develop on the Steering Relay Rod. The crack may occur if the steering wheel is repeatedly turned under certain conditions where high steering effort is required.
What are the hazards?
In extreme cases there may be a loss of vehicle steering control.
What should consumers do?
All owners will be contacted by letter.
Supplier details
Toyota Motor Corporation Australia Limited
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
