NHTSA recall 05V225000
Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
Toyota 4RUNNER and 3 more
Reported May 17, 2005768,379 vehicles affectedTOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.Maker’s number 50JBuilt May 22, 2001 – Aug 23, 2003
The defect
On certain sport utility vehicles, due to a manufacturing issue in the front suspension lower ball joint, there IS a possibility that the surface of the ball of the joint may have been scratched. the ball joint may eventually experience excessive wear and looseness, resulting in increased steering effort.
The risk
The lower ball joint may separate from the knuckle causing loss of steering control and a crash could occur.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the front suspension lower ball joints free of charge. the recall began on july 5, 2005. owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.