Toyota Motor Corporation | NHTSA Recall #78V002000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 78V002000 by Toyota Motor Corporation. Includes 131,046 affected units, FUEL:FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY:TANK, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Fuel tank could develop corrosion due to a mixture of road salt and water in the luggage compartment. The corrosion could create a small hole in the tank and allow the gasoline to seep into the spare tire well.

Corrective Action

The dealer will inspect all suspect fuel tanks. If corrosion or perforation is present, the tank will be repaired or replaced as necessary. If no rust is present, the spare tire well will be painted with anti-corrosion paint.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 78V002000

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Corporation

Report Received Date: 1978-12-09T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel:fuel tank assembly:tank

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potentially Affected Units: 131,046

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Fuel tank could develop corrosion due to a mixture of road salt and water in the luggage compartment. The corrosion could create a small hole in the tank and allow the gasoline to seep into the spare tire well.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: The dealer will inspect all suspect fuel tanks. If corrosion or perforation is present, the tank will be repaired or replaced as necessary. If no rust is present, the spare tire well will be painted with anti-corrosion paint.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 78V002000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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