1995 Toyota Tacoma
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Recalls
6 recalls name the 1995 Toyota Tacoma. Newest first.
Dope, inc. IS recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.
Sabersport IS recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on may 11, 2009. owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the 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
Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.
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.
Under certain driving conditions, the front suspension support can crack leading to failure of the support.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition can result in loss of vehicle control.
Remedy
Dealers will repair the suspension support.
The battery can have a defective weld inside the positive and/or negative terminal allowing the connection inside the terminal to separate.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition can result in a no-start condition, or a battery explosion.
Remedy
Dealers will replace defective batteries.
Owner complaints
177 complaints21 involved a crash3 involved a fire19 injuries1 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Unknown or other
The frame is rusted out and now it wont pass inspection in PA.
- Unknown or other
There was frame recall back in 2010 and I would like to get to the frame recall
- Steering · Structure › Body · Suspension
Yes I wrote awhile back about my ball joint snapping in half going 55. It was the lower one but it wasn't where the ball joint was it was the metal part about an inch and a half from where the ball joint was. Due to rust. The man whom I finally found who bought it new said he never received any kind of notice about the rust on the vehicle.
- Fuel/propulsion system · Structure › Body · Suspension
Yes I was driving my toyota tacoma on the highway doing 55mph when the driver side lower ball joint broke. This caused my shut to snap in half also caused the control arm to break. Wouldn't have been so bad had the truck not been so rusty. Now facing issues with the fuel system being covered in…
Yes I was driving my toyota tacoma on the highway doing 55mph when the driver side lower ball joint broke. This caused my shut to snap in half also caused the control arm to break. Wouldn't have been so bad had the truck not been so rusty. Now facing issues with the fuel system being covered in rust. And the leaf springs are on the verge of breaking off the frame due to rust. The person I purchased the truck from said he had never received any kind of notice of the rust recall. Seems kinda funny to me only 25% of the owners of toyotas were notified to do something about the rust issue. Thank god im still alive. He IS the only thing that saved me. I will dig out all of my receipts and ulad them very soon.
- Structure › Body
The frame IS rusting away
- Suspension
Approximately 5 years ago 125K miles lower ball joint failure front driver's side separation. 11/11/18 approximately 250K miles left driver's side ball joint separation. Total loss of control. If I had been at high spped serious injury or death might have occurred.
- Unknown or other
We bought our 1995 toyota and have never received any recalls,our truck has only 60,000 miles
- Engine · Structure › Body
Toyota tacoma 1995 body IS rusting away, frame IS rusting away. Everything on the bottom of the truck has rust on it there IS a hole in the floor on the passenger side. Muffler had to get replaced. Break lines had to get replaced due to rusting.
- Unknown or other
Frame IS rusting through at leaf spring conections
- Power train · Structure › Body · Suspension
So there has been a recall for my fruck for the frame and all undercariage veing rotten because of the bad steal used the year and or years of my truck was supposed to be pulled off the road and gotten a new truck to its equal or money or ( not sure but if u reallyliked the truck reeframed and…
So there has been a recall for my fruck for the frame and all undercariage veing rotten because of the bad steal used the year and or years of my truck was supposed to be pulled off the road and gotten a new truck to its equal or money or ( not sure but if u reallyliked the truck reeframed and underworkd )other years not sure about 99 above to certain years 2ND or 3RD or originalowner(which went for my same years) they took the whole truck in and redid all the undercarage frame rotten break lines. So I am the second owner when first bought frame was painted black so I did not see any rot. About a year or so later the rot started showing worse and worse ive have to weld plates on it already replace the rearend and suspension and breakline the rotted (and almost made me get killed driving when they went out. So I finaly thought and heard about this recall and have been fighting toyota ever since they said I was two monthes late but I told them I never got a lletter so how am I supposed to have known just luckly a friend at work had his dont. A newer year where they redid his hole undercarage.. Now my frame IS just getting worse and worse and other problems are acuring with thee undercarage.. I have many other pictures I have teied to maintian it best I can because I do love toyota but very unhapppy with how they have helped me
- Suspension
Front end making loud squeaking noise. Seen where there was a recall. Have had issues in the past and replaced those parts. Front end keeps messing up. Would not recommend this model to anybody.
- Unknown or other
The frame IS rusted and crack, mechanic told me that dangerous to drive the car , can cause a fatal accident.
- Structure › Body
TL* the contact owns a 1995 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was involved in a special service campaign regarding the structure rust. The manufacturer stated that the recall was expired. The recall details were unknown. The contact had not experienced a failure. Updated 01/10/2017*ct consumer stated frame deterioration and IS unsafe to drive. Updated 6/26/18*jb
- Unknown or other
Frame corrosion IS the worst I've ever seen. even after being coated years ago, frame continue to rust and can present danger when too much rust occurs and spring perch or other suspension component detaches from the frame and cause an accident.
- Suspension
Chassi/ frame has cracks due too metal failure.failed state inspection.
- Structure › Body · Suspension
TL* the contact owns a 1994 (na) toyota tacoma. While the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed corrosion where the spare tire was located, on the rear leaf springs, and on the subframe of the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 180,000.
- Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shields · Suspension
1995 toyota tacoma. consumer writes in regards to vehicle frame rust corrosion perforation recall notice issues. *smd the consumer stated two years in a row, he was told there was nothing wrong with his vehicle, when in fact there was a rust issue. The consumer noticed the rust, when he washing…
1995 toyota tacoma. consumer writes in regards to vehicle frame rust corrosion perforation recall notice issues. *smd the consumer stated two years in a row, he was told there was nothing wrong with his vehicle, when in fact there was a rust issue. The consumer noticed the rust, when he washing the vehicle. The frame had rusted through and there was little to nothing holding the frame in place. the dealer informed the consumer, they were no longer honoring the warranty. *Jb
- Suspension
Mu tacoma has rusted suspension. I first notive it when there was a recall. I went to a dealership and was tiold I was not the list. I paid for the recall repairs out of pocket. now more rust in frame has been discovered. it will not pass inspection. What can I do?????
- Air bags · Suspension
TL* the contact owns a 1995 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the air bag light continuously flashed while the vehicle was unoccupied. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the cable sub-assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was…
TL* the contact owns a 1995 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the air bag light continuously flashed while the vehicle was unoccupied. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the cable sub-assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact received another recall notification regarding the leaf spring possibly rusting and puncturing the fuel tank; however, the parts were not available for the repair. The nhtsa campaign number was unavailable. The failure mileage was unknown. ...updated 02/19/16 *bf *cn
- Steering
Right front wheel. Lower ball joint failed, and wheel fell off while moving.
- Suspension · Unknown or other
Going slowly over pitted road noticed squeaking on rear end and brought to a mechanic. was told frame cracked through due to frame rust. vehicle IS unable to be repaired. toyota had a service bullitin but I was never notified and it expired in may of 2000. they will not honor their warranty extension despite the vehicle being serviced at dealership.
- Suspension
When driving slow or on the highway when I would hit a bump I would hear a popping noise. Thought it was a shock that broke. Till I saw the frame had rusted through and broke on my rear suspension area. *js
- Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shields · Suspension
Truck fell on the ground wheel went out frame slide across pavement and super scary . Ball joint broke sealed ball joints ,broke ?. Dried out and fell apart could have killed my family. *tr
- Structure › Frame and members
TL* the contact owns a 1995 toyota tacoma. While the vehicle was being inspected, the contact was informed that the frame was rusted and contained a large hole. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing and they stated that the vehicle was too old for repair. The contact was aware…
TL* the contact owns a 1995 toyota tacoma. While the vehicle was being inspected, the contact was informed that the frame was rusted and contained a large hole. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing and they stated that the vehicle was too old for repair. The contact was aware of some rust on the vehicle four years ago; however, the dealer stated that there was not enough rust to be repaired according to the manufacturer's recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vin was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 135,000.
- Structure › Frame and members
TL* the contact owns a 1995 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the frame was severely rusted. The dealer stated that the frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 60,000. updated 11/21/14*cn updated 8/13/2015 *js
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Turn signal failures
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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.
- 10214323TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions
- 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.
- 10190453TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
- 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.
- 10187241TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
- 10186195TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
- 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.
- 10142568Provides instructions for returning Walker Exhaust Systems' BM Premium Pipe (P/N 55096). Because the part did not have the oxygen sensor fitting drilled out, it will not allow the sensor to be installed.
- 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.
- 10132812Tech Tip: Low battery voltage can contribute to a MIL "ON" condition for P0335 (Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit) and/or P0340 (Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit) due to inconsistent rotational speed of the engine's crankshaft.
- 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.
- 10131961Toyota vehicles are equipped with Supplemental Restraint Systems (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 pre-tensioner devices did not perform as expected (including an unintended deployment event), please follow the steps in the recommendations section below.
- 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.
- 10030357Toyota service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. A number of vehicles operating in severe cold climate areas with high road salt used exhibited excessive rust corrosion to the frame, causing perforation of the metal. The frames in this small number of vehicles may not have adequate corrosion resistant protection for use in this environment. Updated /25/11
- 10024521Toyota service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Customer support program - warranty coverage extension for frame rust corrosion perforation on certain 1995 through 2000 my tacoma vehicles.
- 10010021Engine bank 1 and bank 2 a/f and 02 identification. Various toyota models.
- 10003561Rear axle seal design change.
- 6088659This service bulletin provides the location of the grease fittings for the propeller shaft joints.
- 6082124Information on minimizing clutch pedal squeaking noise when depressing or releasing the clutch pedal on vehicles equipped with manual transmissions.
- 627389Subject regarding head gasket replacement.
- 621316Electronic mail regarding exterior mirror assembly.
- 614201Subject regarding front mudguards for vehicles starting with vin 4tapm62n*yz653866.
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