Toyota Motor Corporation | NHTSA Recall #86V038000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 86V038000 by Toyota Motor Corporation. Includes 359,000 affected units, SUSPENSION:SINGLE AXLE:REAR:CONTROL ARM, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
The lower control arms, which support the rear wheels, are subject to corrosion if operated in areas where a large amount of road salt is used to aid in snow and ice removal. consequence of defect: continuous exposure to road salt may cause corrosion failure of the lower control arm affecting vehicle operation; this could result in loss of control and an accident.
Corrective Action
Rust proof or replace lower control arms. (owner notification will begin in may 1986).