NHTSA recall 86V060000
Steering › Linkages › Rod › Relay › Connecting
Toyota Cargo Van and 1 more
Reported May 12, 1986103,700 vehicles affectedTOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD.Built Nov 1, 1983 – Jul 1, 1985
The defect
The center control arm of the steering linkage system may develop a crack if the steering wheel IS repeatedly operated while vehicle IS in parked position. the steering center arm may eventually break. consequence of defect: a cracked steering center arm will allow steering control, however, if the steering arm breaks, it would result in complete loss of steering control and possible accident.
The remedy
Replace center control arm with a redesigned control arm.