Toyota 4runner 1989
Model 4runner made in 1989 by Toyota got 1 investigation there is 1 recall as well as 2 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling. The car had one investigation (service brakes, hydraulic). There was one recall concerning steering . The car has 3 modeles with engines 2.4, ffs, 2.9, ffs and 3.0, ffs.
Model 1989
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4, (FFS) | 4 | Automatic 4 gears | 4WD | Regular | 1 - Category 1 Truck | ||||
| 2.4, (FFS) | 4 | Manual 5 gears | 4WD | Regular | 1 - Category 1 Truck | ||||
| 2.9, (FFS) | 6 | Automatic 4 gears | 4WD | Regular | 1 - Category 1 Truck | ||||
| 2.9, (FFS) | 6 | Manual 5 gears | 4WD | Regular | 1 - Category 1 Truck | ||||
| 3.0, (FFS) | 6 | Automatic 4 gears | 4WD | Regular | 1 - Category 1 Truck | ||||
| 3.0, (FFS) | 6 | Manual 5 gears | 4WD | Regular | 1 - Category 1 Truck |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING - LINKAGES - ROD - RELAY - CONNECTING | ||||||||||||||||
| 05V389000 | TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. | from 12/13/1998 to 11/08/1995 | V (Vehicle) | 977839 | 10/05/2005 | MFR | TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 09/06/2005 | 09/07/2005 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, if the steering wheel is repeatedly turned under certain conditions where high steering effort and power assist are required, for instance, when fully turning the wheel while the vehicle is stopped, a fatigue crack may develop in the steering relay rod. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the vehicle is continued to be operated in this condition, the relay rod may fracture, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the steering relay rod. the recall began october 5, 2005. owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Toyota recall no. ssc 50n.customers 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. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| EG00298 | 02/13/1998 | 600350 | Subject regarding cylinder head installation for vehicles equipped with the 3vz v6 engine. *yc | 05/11/1998 | |
| 97121797017 | 12/17/1997 | 54015 | Subject on special policy adjustment for the head gaskets. *yc | 03/30/1998 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||
| SQ99003 | TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 01/27/1999 | 04/22/1999 | CORRODED BRAKE LINES | ||
| Toyota is conducting a safety recall in canada 98-253. corroded brake lines could fail resulting in a partial brak system loss and increased stopping distances | ||||||