1989 Toyota Pickup
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 1989 Toyota Pickup. Newest first.
K2 motor IS recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. these headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. the recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. owners may contact K2 motor at 1-909-839-2992.
Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain 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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
On 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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the vehicle IS continued to be operated in this condition, the relay rod may fracture, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the steering relay rod. the recall began october 5, 2005. owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Owner complaints
21 complaints2 involved a crash3 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Structure › Body · Unknown or other
Sheared clutch and brake bracket. Vehicle was in motion.
- Engine
Truck has 186000 miles and over the years I have had to replace the head gaskets and seals four times. Basically spending 3200 dollars three times after the warranty work was done the first time. This IS a major issue with this vehicle. *tr
- Structure › Frame and members
Tl*the contact owns a 1989 toyota pickup. The contact noticed that the frame of the vehicle was severely covered with rust. The vehicle has not been diagnosed and the manufacturer has not been contacted. The failure and current mileages were 166, 643.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
Without warning, vehicle stalled at 25 mph. After towing to dealership and waiting over 7 weeks was told head gasket blown and heads warped. Then charged over $4220.00 for repairs already done. *Jb
- Steering › Linkages › Rod › Relay › Connecting
TL* the contact owns a 1989 toyota pickup. the contact received a safety recall 05v389 related to replacing the steering relay rod. t the closest dealer would require him drive for 3 hours. the contact preffered to have the vehicle repaired at a local repair shop and requested reimbursement. the current mileage was 150,000. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages
Dt*: the contact stated the clutch looses power. an independent repair shop determined the brake pedal bracket fractured. the bracket was spot welded. the weld IS coming loose and the bracket needs to be replaced.
- Steering › Linkages › Rod › Relay › Connecting
Dt*: the contact stated although there were no problems displayed by the vehicle. there IS a nhtsa recall, #05v389000 on the vehicle regarding the steering. the parts needed to repair the vehicle were not available at the local dealership. the manufacturer confirmed the parts were not available.
- Structure › Frame and members
Problems concerning 1989 toyota pickup truck rusted frame. *mr *sc *jb
- Structure
After traveling approx. One mile, the consumer learned he had no brakes. *ph the right rear brake line was dripping fluid. the mechanic advised the consumer that the vehicle was not repairable. the frame on the right rear of the vehicle had rusted through and left a gap in the frame. *sc *jb
- Power train › Clutch assembly
Consumer stated that while driving and without warning clutch failed and bracket snapped. Dealer notified. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
While driving at state speed limit and without warning coolant and water was leaking after driving a few miles. Mechanic stated engine head gasket needed to be replaced.*ak
- Unknown or other
No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
While driving at approximately 40-45mph engine's head gaskets blew. Had no prior warning. Had noticed smoke coming from hood. Had vehicle towed home. Has not been to dealer to have vehicle checked. *ak
- Power train › Clutch assembly
Bracket broke which holds the clutch and brake pedal, causing driver to be unable to get vehicle out of gear.
- Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system · Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline · Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and associated pulleys · Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe · Power train › Clutch assembly · Power train › Clutch assembly › Pedal/hand lever(motorcycle) · Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system › Heater core
Water pump and timing belt and engine belts failed.
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
Seat belt does not retract properly, and when it IS left out of the track seat belt gets dirty. *ak
- Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
While driving vehicle across a bridge, another driver (young man) tried to pass in a no pass zone, struck vehicle head on; tried to apply brakes; 3 passengers injured
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Master cylinders; failure on the brakes system, the brakes pedal goes to the floor, causing an accident. *ak
- Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
The wheel lug nuts on aluminum wheels were over torqued which caused them to break. tt
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
Driver side seat belt sticks to the point that it takes 15 or 20 minutes to get it loose. tt
- Vehicle speed control
Throttle stuck in the open position when the cruise control was applied almost causing an accident. tt
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10244113TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. Follow the Procurement Procedure in this bulletin to request a replacement certification label or VIN plate.
- 10207946POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any customer that requests it. Customers can find this information on the Owner?s section of Toyota.com. Dealers can locate a copy of this guide on the Claims Processing & Resource Center in Dealer Daily as well.
- 10197476Replacement vin plates.
- 10197473Product general information.
- 10188913TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2021 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. Follow the Procurement Procedure in this bulletin to request a replacement certification label or VIN plate.
- 10174891TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0032-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates
- 10174890TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, T-SB-0144-08, and T-SB-0304-17. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2020 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. Follow the Procurement Procedure in this bulletin to request a replacement certification label or VIN plate.
- 10152205TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. T-SB-0101-11. Applicability has been updated to include 2016 ? 2017 model year vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0101-11 is Obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure to review the entire content of this bulletin before proceeding. When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase the risk of further damage to electrical components.
- 10145776Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
- 10145749Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
- 10145748Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
- 10143953TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 31, 2018 Rev2: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. January 11, 2018 Rev1: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, and T-SB-0144-08. Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, and T-SB-0144-08 are obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. Replacement Certification Label and VIN Plate Criteria A replacement certification label and/or VIN plate may be requested if: ? The vehicle was in an accident and the label and/or plate is damaged or attached to a part that will be replaced during the repair. ? The label and/or plate was stolen.
- 10133649TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE November 21, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
- 10131993This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0185-13.
- 10131988The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
- 10131713TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, and T-SB-0144-08. Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, and T-SB-0144-08 are obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure to review the entire content of this bulletin before proceeding. REVISION NOTICE January 11, 2018 ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin.
- 10123420TSB: Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin.
- 10111390TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase the risk of further damage to electrical components.
- 10111197TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase the risk of further damage to electrical components.
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