1997 TOYOTA TACOMA Recalls (4)
- 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:
- 06E049000 on 06/04/2006
- Component:
- Exterior lighting
- Affected:
- 27,176
- Defect:
- 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.
- Consequence:
- Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
- Correction:
- 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.
- Notes:
- This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the vehicle manufacturers.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:
- 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> .
1997 TOYOTA TACOMA TSBs (65)
- Bulletin:
- BO00997
- Component:
- 204000 wheels:cap/cover/hub
- Summary:
- Tacoma 4x2 full wheel cap improvement. *jd
- Bulletin:
- BO00997A
- Component:
- 204000 wheels:cap/cover/hub
- Summary:
- Full wheel cap improvement. *jd
- Bulletin:
- 97050900297
- Component:
- 114200 electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash
- Summary:
- Excessive air conditioning evaporator odor is accuring in various vehicles. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 97120500697
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- Improvement of the a/c suction hose. *yc
- Bulletin:
- TC00198
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Some automatic transmissions may produce a chatter noise when shifted out ot reverse into either neutral or park. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 001-98
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Improving engine idle smoothness by increasing idle speed from 600 rpm to 700 rpm. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 603980603
- Component:
- 200000 wheels
- Summary:
- A griive gas been added to both the inner and outer wheel flanges to improve aluminum wheel weight retention.
- Bulletin:
- 0616
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Repair instructions for water leak field-fix. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 1698
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Water leak field-fix repair instructions. *yc *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0198
- Component:
- 200000 wheels
- Summary:
- A groove has been added to both the inner and outer wheel flanges to improve wheel weight retention. *yc
- Bulletin:
- TC99002
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Subject on special service campaign x01 to replace the cylinder head gaskets. *yc
- Bulletin:
- AC00299
- Component:
- 138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
- Summary:
- Production changes to the cowl top louver and heater unit have been made to improve resistance to snow entry into the heater unit and improve durability of air mix door on vehicles within certain vin ranges. *tt
- Bulletin:
- AX00499
- Component:
- 354600 equipment:mechanical:wrecker and wheel lift devices
- Summary:
- Subject regarding toyota dinghy towing guide. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TC99005
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Special service campaign x01 involving replacement of the cylinder head gaskets installed on certain vehicles equipped with the 3.4 liter v6 engine. *tt
- Bulletin:
- EG00399
- Component:
- 185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
- Summary:
- This bulletin states that the operating logic on certain vehicles' ecms has been revised to improve engine idle smoothness (with transmission in d range). *tt
- Bulletin:
- 080498
- Component:
- 062300 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hose
- Summary:
- Subject regarding upper and lower radiator hose. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 120299
- Component:
- 063130 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
- Summary:
- Parts information for vehicles equipped with exhaust gas recirculation (egr). *tt
- Bulletin:
- EG00699
- Component:
- 063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
- Summary:
- Subject regarding 5vz oxygen sensor improvement for vehicles built before certain vin ranges. *tt
- Bulletin:
- BO01399
- Component:
- 162300 structure:body:door
- Summary:
- Some vehicles starting with vin 4tavl52n*xz469062 may exhibit a rattle noise caused by the front lower window glass frame. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TC00599
- Component:
- 101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
- Summary:
- Information on minimizing clutch pedal squeaking noise when depressing or releasing the clutch pedal on vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. *tt
- Bulletin:
- EG01199
- Component:
- 063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
- Summary:
- Subject regarding 5vz oxygen sensor improvement. *tt
- Bulletin:
- DL00199
- Component:
- 105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
- Summary:
- This service bulletin provides the location of the grease fittings for the propeller shaft joints. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TC00599
- Component:
- 101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
- Summary:
- Information to minimize clutch pedal squeaking noise when depressing or releasing the clutch pedal. *tt
- Bulletin:
- BO00100
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Information regarding a new anti-chip tape developed to help prevent repeat occurrences of paint chipping on the rear quarter panels. *tt
- Bulletin:
- DL00199
- Component:
- 105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
- Summary:
- This bulletin provides the location of the grease fittings for the propeller shaft joints as well as the type of grease to use with each fitting location. *tt
- Bulletin:
- EG01199
- Component:
- 063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
- Summary:
- Information introducing design changes to the 5vz oxygen sensor to reduce possibility of moisture contacting the ceramic element. *tt
- Bulletin:
- BO01200
- Component:
- 135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
- Summary:
- Information introducing changes made to improve the adjustability of the driver's side exterior rear view mirror on vehicles starting with vin 4tawn72n9xz564100. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 010199
- Component:
- 063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
- Summary:
- Subject regarding 5vz oxygen sensor improvement. *tt
- Bulletin:
- BO01900
- Component:
- 200000 wheels
- Summary:
- Subject regarding front mudguards for vehicles starting with vin 4tapm62n*yz653866. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 345
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Subject regarding water leak fix repair. *tt
- Bulletin:
- BO02600
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Information on water leak field-fix repair instructions. *jb
- Bulletin:
- 116
- Component:
- 135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
- Summary:
- Electronic mail regarding exterior mirror assembly. *tt
- Bulletin:
- BO01901
- Component:
- 151100 seat belts:front:anchorage
- Summary:
- Information regarding shoulder belt anchor tape set. *jb
- Bulletin:
- TC01031
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Subject regarding head gasket replacement. *yd
- Bulletin:
- DL00203
- Component:
- 106000 power train:axle assembly
- Summary:
- Rear axle seal design change. *tt
- Bulletin:
- PG00503
- Component:
- 198000 tires:temporary/emergency spare tire
- Summary:
- Spare tire carrier operation. various modlels including the 2004 landcruiser and 4 runner. *tt
- Bulletin:
- BO02600
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Information on water leak field-fix repair instructions - revised. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 03704
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Engine bank 1 and bank 2 a/f and 02 identification. various toyota models. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 001698
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Water leak field fix repair instructions. *eh
- Bulletin:
- POL08-03
- Component:
- 161000 structure:frame and members
- Summary:
- Toyota 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. *nj
- Bulletin:
- LSC-90-D
- Component:
- 161000 structure:frame and members
- Summary:
- Toyota 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.
- Bulletin:
- TC-11-013
- Component:
- 161000 structure:frame and members
- Summary:
- Toyota service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. a service campaign to apply anti-corrosion materials for vehicles in cold states. 1996-2004 tacomas. *rm
- Bulletin:
- TCS-11-029
- Component:
- 161000 structure:frame and members
- Summary:
- Toyota: information pertaining to reissuance of follow up notification letter to customers for certain vehicles for the phase 2 corrosion resistant compound to frame of trucks. *pe
- 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-TT-0269-13
- Component:
- 132000 visibility:glass, side/rear
- Summary:
- The appearance of spots in tempered glass (when viewed at certain angles) is the result of the heat treating and quick quenching process during manufacturing.
- 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:
- WLK052418
- Component:
- 063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
- Summary:
- Provides 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.
- 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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