Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing | NHTSA Recall #05V123000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 05V123000 by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing. Includes 5,726 affected units, TRD DUAL EXHAUST SYSTEM/VSC SYSTEM, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Certain pickup trucks equipped with both vehicle stability control (vsc) and the trd dual exhaust systems. the trd dual exhaust system met all clearance specifications on models without vsc, however the driver's side exhaust located in a position where contact between a brake line found only on vehicles with vsc and the trd exhaust pipe might occur.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and, if so equipped, will replace the trd dual exhaust system free of charge. during this replacement, the dealer will also inspect the specific brake line to assure it has not been damaged and replace it if necessary. the recall began on may 31, 2005. owners should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 05V123000
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Report Received Date: 2005-03-30T00:00:00
Subject: Trd dual exhaust system/vsc system
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Potentially Affected Units: 5,726

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 50E
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Certain pickup trucks equipped with both vehicle stability control (vsc) and the trd dual exhaust systems. the trd dual exhaust system met all clearance specifications on models without vsc, however the driver's side exhaust located in a position where contact between a brake line found only on vehicles with vsc and the trd exhaust pipe might occur.
Consequence Summary: In this condition, the exhaust pipe flange may rub against the right rear brake line, which could cause brake fluid leakage. this could lead to an increase of vehicle stopping distance, which could result in a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect and, if so equipped, will replace the trd dual exhaust system free of charge. during this replacement, the dealer will also inspect the specific brake line to assure it has not been damaged and replace it if necessary. the recall began on may 31, 2005. owners should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-prfy_htuj-a227
NHTSA ID: 05V123000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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