1997 TOYOTA COROLLA Recalls (6)

Campaign:: 97V043001 on 03/24/1997
Component:: Air bags
Manufactured:: 08/15/1996 - 11/18/1996
Affected:: 61,202
Defect:: If the air bag computer in a subject vehicle experiences a mechanical shock (i.e., rapidly moving the front seat back against the stops or a sudden release of the parking brake) within a very short time after the engine is started, the air bag can deploy inadvertently.
Consequence:: Unexpected air bag deployment can result in occupant injury.
Correction:: Dealers will repair the air bag computer.
Notes:: Owner notification:owner notification began late march 1997. note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:: 06E026000 on 03/22/2006
Component:: Exterior lighting
Affected:: 61,944
Defect:: 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.
Consequence:: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Correction:: 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.
Notes:: This recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:: 08E050000 on 08/13/2008
Component:: Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:: 1,921
Defect:: 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."
Consequence:: Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Correction:: 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.
Notes:: This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by honda, ford, or chrysler llc. customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:: 09E012000 on 04/06/2009
Component:: Exterior lighting
Affected:: 16,270
Defect:: 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 the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence:: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:: 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.
Notes:: This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport.the list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:: 09E025000 on 05/10/2009
Component:: Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:: 42,540
Defect:: 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 the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence:: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:: 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.
Notes:: This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by dope, inc.the list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:: 10E002000 on 02/10/2010
Component:: Suspension
Affected:: 12,657
Defect:: Ride control is recalling certain front strut mounts branded as gabriel ride control or arvinmeritor, p/nos. 142435, 142193, 142305, 142303, sold as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed above. the affected front strut mounts did not contain a weld joint between the bearing housing and the rate plate.
Consequence:: The absence of the weld can allow the strut to come out of its mounting position under certain extreme driving conditions which could cause damage to surrounding vehicle components increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:: Ride control will notify owners of record and replace the affected parts free of charge. the safety recall began on march 15, 2010. owners may contact ride control at 1-248-458-1396.
Notes:: This recall only pertains to aftermarket gabriel ride control or arvinmeritor front strut mounts and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by general motors, nissan, or toyota.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

1997 TOYOTA COROLLA TSBs (33)

Bulletin:: ST00296
Component:: 011000 steering:wheel and handle bar
Summary:: Steering column noise improvement. *tw
Bulletin:: 97050900297
Component:: 114200 electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash
Summary:: Excessive air conditioning evaporator odor is accuring in various vehicles. *yc
Bulletin:: DL00198
Component:: 106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:: Replacement of the front axle hub nut. *yc
Bulletin:: EL00498
Component:: 120000 exterior lighting
Summary:: Replacement procedure for the spoiler light.
Bulletin:: AX00499
Component:: 354600 equipment:mechanical:wrecker and wheel lift devices
Summary:: Subject regarding toyota dinghy towing guide. *tt
Bulletin:: EL00498
Component:: 120000 exterior lighting
Summary:: Information on the spoiler light replacement procedure. *tt
Bulletin:: AX00101
Component:: 162700 structure:body:trunk lid
Summary:: Technical service bulletin regarding retro-fit internal trunk release kits. *tt
Bulletin:: TC00013
Component:: 980000 unknown or other
Summary:: Subject regarding owner renotification on non-completed special service campaigns. *tt
Bulletin:: TC01023
Component:: 980000 unknown or other
Summary:: Subject regarding owner renotification of non completed special service campaingns. *et
Bulletin:: BO02601
Component:: 151100 seat belts:front:anchorage
Summary:: Subject regarding shoulder belt anchor tape set. *yd
Bulletin:: TC01029
Component:: 140000 air bags
Summary:: Information regarding air bag computer. *yd
Bulletin:: T-SB-0071-11
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:: T-SB-0141-13
Component:: 050000 parking brake
Summary:: Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:: T-SB-0014-11 Rev
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: Tsb: 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 w
Bulletin:: T-SB-0134-14
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Tsb: 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 insta
Bulletin:: T-SB-0101-11 Rev
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Tsb: 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 othe
Bulletin:: T-SB-0101-11 Rev
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Tsb: 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 othe
Bulletin:: T-SB-0304-17
Component:: 162300 structure:body:door
Summary:: Tsb: 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 lis
Bulletin:: T-SB-0304-17_Rev
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Tsb: 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
Bulletin:: T-TT-0213-13
Component:: 140000 air bags
Summary:: Toyota 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
Bulletin:: T-SB-0141-13
Component:: 050000 parking brake
Summary:: A 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 b
Bulletin:: T-SB-0185-13
Component:: 130000 visibility
Summary:: The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
Bulletin:: TS-BO030-01 Obso
Component:: 130000 visibility/wiper (pws)
Summary:: This bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0185-13.
Bulletin:: T-SB-0071-11 Rev
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: The 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
Bulletin:: T-SB-0054-13
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: California (ca), federal (fed), and 50 state certified emission control underhood labels (emission labels) may be obtained through your dealership?s parts department utilizing standard replacement parts ordering procedures. follow the guide
Bulletin:: T-PG006-00 Obsol
Component:: 355100 equipment:other:labels
Summary:: This bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0054-13.
Bulletin:: T-TT-0010-10 Rev
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: Tech tip: low battery voltage can contribute to a mil "on" condition for p0335 (crankshaft position
Bulletin:: T-SB-0144-08_Obs
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Tsb: obsolete notice november 21, 2017: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0304-17.
Bulletin:: T-TT-0213-13
Component:: 140000 air bags
Summary:: Toyota 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 devi
Bulletin:: T-SB-0304-17_Rev
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Tsb: 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
Bulletin:: PG004-97-Obsolet
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Technical service bulletin: obsolete notice: july 31, 2018: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0304-17.
Bulletin:: PG006-01-Obsolet
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Technical service bulletin: obsolete notice: july 31, 2018: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0304-17.
Bulletin:: Safety Recall an
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Update on technician certification requirements.

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