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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 09V444📅 Nov 18, 2009

2000–2003 Toyota Tundra recall: body & structure

⚠️ What's wrong

Toyota is recalling model year 2000-2003 Tundra vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the following states: connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, virginia, west virginia, wisconsin and the district of columbia. Excessive corrosion of the rear cross member may cause the separation of the spare tire stowed under the truck bed which would present a road hazard that could cause a crash. Also, corrosion of the rear cross member could affect the rear brake lines and the proportioning valve resulting in diminished braking capability.

💥 The risk

Separation of the spare tire and diminished brake capacity could increase the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Toyota is asking owners of the affected vehicles to remove the spare tire from under the vehicle until a remedy CAN be obtained. Dealers will inspect the rear cross member and related components, including the brake lines, and replace them if necessary. If the cross member does not need to be replaced, it will be sprayed with a corrosion protection compound. These services will be performed free of charge, however multiple visits to the dealer may be required. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about april 30, 2010. Owner may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
09V444000
Manufacturer recall #
SSC90/90M
Manufacturer
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Vehicles affected
110,000
Component
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
Owner phone
1-800-331-4331
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
May 3, 2010
Built
Jan 13, 1999 – Sep 13, 2003
Recall started by
ODI
Notes
Toyota safety recall no. SSC90/90M.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 09V444 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 09V444?

2000–2003 Toyota Tundra. 110,000 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Toyota dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-331-4331.