1990 Toyota Pickup
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 1990 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
25 complaints1 involved a fire
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Structure › Body
Excessive frame rusting.
- Electrical system
1990 toyota pick up electronic controls *gr the consumer stated sometimes his truck will not start.
- Power train
Me and my daughter where driving to federal express to drop of some packages. As I approached the stop light I pressed in the clutch and it popped really loud and I almost rearended a cadillac escalade. I swerved right to avoid hitting him and continued down the road and took the truck out of gear…
Me and my daughter where driving to federal express to drop of some packages. As I approached the stop light I pressed in the clutch and it popped really loud and I almost rearended a cadillac escalade. I swerved right to avoid hitting him and continued down the road and took the truck out of gear and coasted into the fed EX parking lot. My father-in-law IS a toyota mechanic and he said the support plate for the clutch and brake had broke in 2 different places. He took the plate out showed me where it had broke and welded it back together. I asked him if this was common even if it does have alot of miles and he said yes he has seen this several times. This scared me because I wonder if there have been people have this happen and where killed in a bad crash and no one knows what really happen. I contacted toyota 2 times by e-mail but no one has contacted me. *Tr
- Visibility
TL* the contact owns a 1990 toyota pickup truck 4X4. After turning on the heater, leaves caught fire inside of his truck. The fire department extinguished the fire. A report was available. the toyota manufacturer was notified, and a letter was sent advising him that no assistance would be…
TL* the contact owns a 1990 toyota pickup truck 4X4. After turning on the heater, leaves caught fire inside of his truck. The fire department extinguished the fire. A report was available. the toyota manufacturer was notified, and a letter was sent advising him that no assistance would be provided.. The failure mileage was 147,000. updated 01/27/10. *Lj shortly after purchasing the truck, the consumer noticed tree leaves entering the mechanical fan cage. After removing the leaves several times, he took the vehicle to the dealer. The service manager could not find anything altered and would not make any modifications. over the years the consumer would diligently clean the system 2-3 times per year. At times he could smell the burning leaves when operating the heater. When the leaves accumulate in the cage and the fan IS energized, the movement of the small blades spinning around the leaves creates friction causing the leaves to ignite and catch fire. Updated 01/28/10.*jb
- Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 1990 toyota pickup. the contact received a recall letter from toyota pertaining to the steering. he scheduled an appointment to have the recall repaired, but the dealer stated that they had no record of the appointment and no parts were available. there had been no failure to date. the recall number was unknown.
- Tires › Tread/belt
I have a 1990 toyota pickup with a set of firestone affinity tires in size 205/70r14. yesterday while on the way to work on I85 the front of the truck began vibrating horribly as if it had a flat tire. I pulled over and inspected the tires and they all still had air in them. I continued on my…
I have a 1990 toyota pickup with a set of firestone affinity tires in size 205/70r14. yesterday while on the way to work on I85 the front of the truck began vibrating horribly as if it had a flat tire. I pulled over and inspected the tires and they all still had air in them. I continued on my way but the vibration continued. at this point I thought I had thrown a wheel weight and the tire was out of balance. about 1 mile down the road there was a large popping noise from the left front tire. luckily, I was able to pull over into a gas station and when I did I found that the tire had a huge section of tread that had separated from the tire carcas, probably 25% around the tire. this IS not something I have ever had happen with another tire in 25 years of driving. this IS an extreme safety hazard and I feel lucky that I didn't end up having an accident due to this. these tires still have considerable tread life in them and have been rotated every 5,000 miles and I run 32 psi in them. the truck IS rarely used for hauling anything. I would like to know what can be done about this situation.
- Steering
Recall notice, cannot get repaired. Dealer will not return calls. *jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
My 1990 toyota pickup was recently recalled. I took it to the local dealership on 3/10/2006. I assume they fixed the problem. I now have a new problem because of taking this in. I have a huge oil leak, enough to where I have to add oil nearly every day. I do not have the money to fix this (( or…
My 1990 toyota pickup was recently recalled. I took it to the local dealership on 3/10/2006. I assume they fixed the problem. I now have a new problem because of taking this in. I have a huge oil leak, enough to where I have to add oil nearly every day. I do not have the money to fix this (( or to keep putting it in just to have in make the mess in my garage and all over the highways)). Could you please help me? This there some kind of vehicle repair assistance? Thank you. *nm
- Steering › Linkages › Rod › Relay › Connecting
My 1990 toyota pick-up was recalled ssc 50N to replace steering relay rod. the nearest dealer IS two hundred miles from the vehicle. the recall center stated that this recall must be performed by a toyota dealer. there must be another way to fix the vehicle. toyota could provide the parts and I assume the price to install them. *Jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
This vehicle was part of the head gasket recall by toyota, as a result they replaced the orginal engine block due to leakage of coolant into the cylinders. After approx. 45,000 miles of normal driving using a connecting rod exploded with no apparent reason. Giving no warning signs of any kind. The…
This vehicle was part of the head gasket recall by toyota, as a result they replaced the orginal engine block due to leakage of coolant into the cylinders. After approx. 45,000 miles of normal driving using a connecting rod exploded with no apparent reason. Giving no warning signs of any kind. The connecting rod exploded with enough force to produce a 3 inch dia. Hole in the side of the block and establish a crack along the entire left side of the motor. This explosion occurred at under 35 mph. I have talked with toyota customers relations and they have told me toyota isn't interested. After inspection of the inside of the motor there were no visiual reasons for the connection rod to blow up oil pump was in perfect working order with plenty of oil throughout the system my concerns are if this can happn in this motor and toyota has replaced thousands of motors in their head gasket recall, and there were defective rods installed in those motors, at a higher vehicle speed, given the force of the explosion somebody at some point in time IS going to get hurt. thank you for your concern. dt
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum
Since this truck was new we have had a problem with the rear brakes. one of the two wheels locks up; causing the truck to pull to whichever side IS locking up. we have taken this truck to toyota several times and after spending $100.00 or more they tell me that every thing IS fine. the last time…
Since this truck was new we have had a problem with the rear brakes. one of the two wheels locks up; causing the truck to pull to whichever side IS locking up. we have taken this truck to toyota several times and after spending $100.00 or more they tell me that every thing IS fine. the last time they told me it IS because it IS a 1-TON truck and the fact that we do not have the truck loaded IS the problem, as this truck was made to carry a load of 1 ton. I have replaced the rear brake shoes as I was told that there were problems with brake shoes made in that time frame. this did seam to solve the problem for about 6 to seven months. the problem has returned and we had once again tried to get toyota to look into this problem. they will at my expense, and after paying for this the last two times only to be told there IS nothing wrong. I am not willing to pay for this again. we have been told that there were problems with the brakes on 1990 toyota trucks but never a recall item. I feel this IS a toyota responsible item as it IS a hazard on the highway. I am tired of getting no help on this and know I cannot be the only one to have this problem. I am now coming to you for some help in this matter.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
My engine had a failure of one cylinder and a leaking head gasket,there was a special service campaign by toyota that was issued in dec97 that extended my warrenty to 8 years to fix the head gasket problem,that gave toyota one month to notify all truck owners and fix the problem before the special…
My engine had a failure of one cylinder and a leaking head gasket,there was a special service campaign by toyota that was issued in dec97 that extended my warrenty to 8 years to fix the head gasket problem,that gave toyota one month to notify all truck owners and fix the problem before the special extension expired,how benevolent.toyota told me that they are not responsible for my engine failure,even thuogh it IS a known problem with the head gasket,any help would be welcome.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
I was told by toyota motor coorporation that only certain 3.0 liter pick ups were recalled. mine did not qualify for this recall. there are many toyota pickups with this head gasket problem. why was my truck exempt from this recall program.*ak
- Tires › Tread/belt
Consumer was traveling about 55mph on highway and heard a thumping noise. he was able to pull over to side of shoulders, and noticed that left rear tire had separated from vehicle . tire was a b.f.goodrich, p21565r15, dot bevfnx71308. there were no injuries.*ak
- Tires › Tread/belt
PE00 O20; consumerwas traveling 45mph on the highway and right rear tire tread separated from the rim. the consumer contacted firestone at this time. Firestone fire hawk #4410 p25575r15 108sm/s. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Defective head gasket recall. toyota refused to cover all damage.
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
Seat belt buckles unlatch without being released.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Timing chain failure.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Fuel line failed, causing odor/fumes to enter into engine compartment; also replaced timing belt/oil seal that was put in backwards. *ak
- Electrical system › Ignition · Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Vehicle idles rough due to cracked spark plug.
- Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood
Loose crimped speedometer transmission connection in the main wiring harness caused sensors in speedometer housing/transmission to malfunction, causing erratic shifting.
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
Driver's side seat belt unlatches while driving. *Ak
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly · Seat belts › Rear/other
Middle lap belt will release the driver side lap/shoulder belt when driver will hit the release button on drivers side. *ak
- Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal
When accelerator IS pressed down, on hard to get on to the highway or pass,it sticks. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
When driving the truck it reach 110,000 mile the head gasket blow . 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.
- 10133915Toyota vehicles are equipped with SRS, including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the SRS airbags or pretensioner devices did not perform as expected, please follow the steps in the recommendations section below.
- 10133649TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE November 21, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
- 10132084The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL ?ON,? shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly
- 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.
- 10131984A new Special Service Tool (SST 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. This bulletin references the correct method for installing the Brake Pedal Force Gauge. Refer to the appropriate Repair Manual for parking brake pedal travel inspection and adjustment specification.
- 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.
- 10109492TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly.
- 10109404TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing washers can cause damage to the torque converter assembly.
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