2001-2004 Toyota Tacoma, 4Runner ,Tundra, Sequoia Front Lower Ball Joints Recall 50J

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SUBJECT: SAFETY RECALL50J (FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER BALL JOINTS)

Toyota will initiate a Safety Recall (Special Service Campaign) to replace the Front Suspension Lower Ball Joints on certain 2001-2002 Model Year 4Runner, 2001-2004 Model Year Tacomas and 2002-2004 Tundra and Sequoia vehicles. There are approximately 790,000 vehicles involved nationwide.

Background:
On certain 2001 through 2004 Models listed above, there is a possibility that the Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint may experience excessive wear and looseness causing increased steering effort, reduced vehicle self-centering, and noise in the front suspension. In the worst case, if the vehicle is continued to be operated in this condition, the lower ball joint may separate causing a loss of vehicle steering control. Please note that the Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint is a wear item and must be periodically inspected and replaced in accordance with the vehicle's Scheduled Maintenance Guide.

Owner Notification Mailing Date:
The owner notification will commence in late June 2005.
 
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