Toyota 4runner 1990

Model 4runner made in 1990 by Toyota got 7 consumer complains, 4 investigations there are 2 recalls as well as 2 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, service brakes and structure. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling. The car had some investigations: seat belts, service brakes, hydraulic. There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting, steering. The car has 3 modeles with engines 2.4, ffs, 2.9, ffs and 3.0, ffs.

Model 1990

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
2.4, (FFS) 4Automatic 4 gears4WDRegularP - Passenger Car
2.4, (FFS) 4Automatic 4 gears4WDRegular1 - Category 1 Truck
2.4, (FFS) 4Automatic 4 gearsRWDRegular1 - Category 1 Truck
2.4, (FFS) 4Manual 5 gears4WDRegular1 - Category 1 Truck
2.4, (FFS) 4Manual 5 gears4WDRegular2 - Category 2 Truck
2.9, (FFS) 6Automatic 4 gears4WDRegular1 - Category 1 Truck
2.9, (FFS) 6Automatic 4 gears4WDRegularP - Passenger Car
2.9, (FFS) 6Automatic 4 gearsRWDRegular1 - Category 1 Truck
2.9, (FFS) 6Manual 5 gears4WDRegular1 - Category 1 Truck
3.0, (FFS) 6Automatic 4 gears4WDRegularP - Passenger Car
3.0, (FFS) 6Automatic 4 gears4WDRegular1 - Category 1 Truck
3.0, (FFS) 6Automatic 4 gears4WDRegular2 - Category 2 Truck
3.0, (FFS) 6Automatic 4 gearsRWDRegular1 - Category 1 Truck
3.0, (FFS) 6Automatic 4 gearsRWDRegularP - Passenger Car
3.0, (FFS) 6Manual 5 gears4WDRegular1 - Category 1 Truck

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
06E049000CK MOTORSPORT, INC. E (Equipment)2717607/01/2006OVSCTOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.05/24/200606/05/2006571108
Defect SummaryCertain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence SummaryWithout the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Corrective SummaryCk motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the vehicle manufacturers.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled
STEERING - LINKAGES - ROD - RELAY - CONNECTING
05V389000TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.from 12/13/1998 to 11/08/1995V (Vehicle)97783910/05/2005MFRTOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.09/06/200509/07/2005
Defect SummaryOn 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 SummaryIf the vehicle is continued to be operated in this condition, the relay rod may fracture, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the steering relay rod. the recall began october 5, 2005. owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
NotesToyota 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


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
EG0029802/13/1998600350Subject regarding cylinder head installation for vehicles equipped with the 3vz v6 engine. *yc05/11/1998
9712179701712/17/199754015Subject on special policy adjustment for the head gaskets. *yc03/30/1998

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
SEAT BELTS - REAR
DP02002TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.03/26/200208/26/2002REAR SEAT BELT ROUTING
 Allege that the routing of the rear seat belt webbing failed to properly restrain the rear seat occupants in a crash
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
PE91147TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.11/06/199103/24/1992LOSS OF BRAKE EFFECTIVENES
 There is no summary currently available
SQ99003TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.01/27/199904/22/1999CORRODED 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
EA92011TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.03/24/199201/21/1993LOSS OF BRK EFFECTIVENESS
 There is no summary currently available

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
06/14/2011300854
 Fan blade disintegrated at highway speed. dented hood, cracked battery, ruined shroud and alternator belt.
SERVICE BRAKES
10/03/2011150000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1990 toyota 4runner. the contact stated that the bracket sub-assembly that held the clutch and brake pedal was fractured. as a result, the contact was unable to depress the brake pedal or the clutch. the dealer repaired the failure at least three times in less than one year. the manufacturer was notified of the issue who offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 150,000. kmj
STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS
11/29/20062000001
 Dt*: the contact stated there was a problem with the rear end of the vehicle. the welds on the rear subframe of the vehicle popped and fractured which caused the read end to fall off. the weld did not fracture, but instead popped away from the rear end which held the rear sway bar onto the axle. the welds popped on both sides. the truck had never had a hitch or carried a heavy load on the vehicle.