Defect Description For Recall
The Lower Control Arms, Which Support The Rear Wheels, Are Subject To Corrosion If Operated In Areas Where A Large Amount Of Road Salt Is Used To Aid In Snow And Ice Removal. Consequence Of Defect: Continuous Exposure To Road Salt May Cause Corrosion Failure Of The Lower Control Arm AffeCTIng Vehicle Operation; This Could Result In Loss Of Control And An Accident.
Make Of Vehicle
TOYOTA
Model Of Vehicle
TERCEL
Year
1982
Recall Campaign Number
86V038000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Rust Proof Or Replace Lower Control Arms. (Owner Notification Will Begin In May 1986).
Vehicle Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Co., Ltd.
Start Of Manufacture
19790801
End Of Manufacture
19820701
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
359000
Date Owners Notified
19860501
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Corporation
Date Report Received
19860310