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NHTSARecalled 2014-09-29

Toyota Motor Corporation — SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:LEAF

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2011 TOYOTA TACOMA; 2010 TOYOTA TACOMA; 2009 TOYOTA TACOMA; 2008 TOYOTA TACOMA; 2007 TOYOTA TACOMA; 2005 TOYOTA TACOMA; 2006 TOYOTA TACOMA

  • Brand TOYOTA

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

Toyota is recalling certain 2005-2011 Toyota Tacoma Pre-Runner and 4x4 vehicles manufactured between September 14, 2009, and October 11, 2010. In these vehicles, a rear leaf spring may fracture due to stress or corrosion, and while driving, the broken leaf could shift and puncture the fuel tank, creating a risk of fuel leakage and fire.

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will install new rear leaf spring assemblies at no cost. The recall began on January 29, 2016. Owners of affected vehicles should contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

If the fuel tank leaks fuel from being punctured, there is an increased risk of a fire.

What should I do?

Toyota will notify owners and dealers will install new rear leaf spring assemblies. The recall began on January 29, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Details from the source

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Toyota Tacoma Pre-Runner and 4x4 vehicles manufactured September 14, 2009, to October 11, 2010. In the affected vehicles, one of the leaf springs may fracture due to stress or corrosion. While being driven, the broken leaf could move out of position and contact surrounding components including the fuel tank, possibly puncturing the tank and causing a fuel leak.

Source

Official record: NHTSA ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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