1993 TOYOTA PICKUPToyota Pickup 1993

Complaint Information: Recalls, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins, OBD II Codes

NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 85485 [USA]: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
    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.
    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.
    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 http://www.Safercar.Gov .

  • Recall 79533 [USA]: Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
    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."
    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.
    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.

  • Recall 60638 [USA]: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
    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.
    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.
    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.

  • Recall 61649 [USA]: If the vehicle is continued to be operated in this condition, the relay rod may fracture, increasing the risk of a crash.
    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.
    dealers will replace the steering relay rod. The recall began october 5, 2005. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
    toyota recall no. Ssc 50n.Customers 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 http://www.Safercar.Gov.

To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • TSB003220 - EQUIPMENT: Tsb: 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 re
  • Toyota Safety Re - EQUIPMENT: Toyota safety recall and service campaign - technician certification requirements 4.14.2022
  • Toyota PRO19-02 - TIRES: Pol: 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 custom
  • T-PG007-01 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Replacement vin plates.
  • T-PG002-91 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Product general information.
  • T-SB-0032-20 Rev - EQUIPMENT: Tsb: 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 re
  • T-SB-0304-17 Obs - EQUIPMENT: Tsb: obsolete notice april 07, 2020: this bulletin is now obsolete. Please see t-sb-0032-20. Replacement certification labels and vin plates
  • T-SB-0032-20 - EQUIPMENT: 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, pg006-01, pg004-97, t-sb-0144-08, and t-sb-0304-17. The a
  • TSB018217 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Tsb: 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
  • Safety Recall an - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Update on technician certification requirements.
  • PG006-01-Obsolet - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS: Technical service bulletin: obsolete notice: july 31, 2018: this bulletin is now obsolete. Please see t-sb-0304-17.
  • PG004-97-Obsolet - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS: Technical service bulletin: obsolete notice: july 31, 2018: this bulletin is now obsolete. Please see t-sb-0304-17.
  • T-SB-0304-17_Rev - EQUIPMENT: 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
  • T-TT-0213-13 - AIR BAGS: 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
  • T-SB-0144-08_Obs - EQUIPMENT: Tsb: obsolete notice november 21, 2017: this bulletin is now obsolete. Please see t-sb-0304-17.
  • T-SB-0141-13 - PARKING BRAKE: 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
  • T-SB-0304-17_Rev - EQUIPMENT: 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
  • T-SB-0304-17 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR : 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
  • T-SB-0101-11 Rev - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: 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
  • T-SB-0101-11 Rev - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: 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
  • T-SB-0134-14 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: 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
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
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NoNoN NoneNone20200801

I bought a 1993 4x4 toyota pickup used and discovered it is rusted worse than any other vehicle ive ever seen. The frame is rusted into in multiple places, the brake lines have rusted off and i've lost all brakes so i cant drive it at all now. It runs and goes great or well it did untill frame broke and brakes went out. Apparently 1993 frames are the worst frames to have according to everything ive seen online. What bothers me is i have a 1991 two wheel drive toyota truck just like it and it doesn't have any rust at all nowhere on frame or body. And both trucks are from the same area. The 4x4 thats literally a death trap only has 220000 miles on it which is nothing really. The only reason i even bought the truck is because toyota trucks are known to go 3,4,or sometimes 500000 miles with hardley any trouble. I would just love to b able to drive my truck again, thats all i want. There should definitely b a recall for extreme frame and body rust. It shouldn't b that rusty, it's literally the worst ive ever seen

NoNoN NoneNone20200731

I bought a 1993 4x4 toyota pickup used and discovered it is rusted worse than any other vehicle ive ever seen. The frame is rusted into in multiple places, the brake lines have rusted off and i've lost all brakes so i cant drive it at all now. It runs and goes great or well it did untill frame broke and brakes went out. Apparently 1993 frames are the worst frames to have according to everything ive seen online. What bothers me is i have a 1991 two wheel drive toyota truck just like it and it doesn't have any rust at all nowhere on frame or body. And both trucks are from the same area. The 4x4 thats literally a death trap only has 220000 miles on it which is nothing really. The only reason i even bought the truck is because toyota trucks are known to go 3,4,or sometimes 500000 miles with hardley any trouble. I would just love to b able to drive my truck again, thats all i want. There should definitely b a recall for extreme frame and body rust. It shouldn't b that rusty, it's literally the worst ive ever seen

NoNoN NoneNone20190107

Frame rusted so that it breaks under jackup forces frame rails crush under unloaded vehicles weight

NoNoN NoneNone20181205

While driving the truck it makes a really loud grinding/whining noise. Frame is broken right under the back of the cab and front of the bed from rust causing the drive line to break (grinding/whining noise). Was told by mechanic that it is unsafe to drive. I was scared to death driving back to my house from the shop and being female the last thing i want is for it to break in half and be stuck along the side of the road. A couple years ago i also had to have the fuel tank and fuel lines replaced because of it rusting out and causing fuel to leak out. Another safety issue. Both of these are safety issues that if i didn't find out could have turned out really badly by either fire, crash and both could have caused death. Why this year of truck isn't included in the 1995+ recall of the frame rusting is beyond me. Toyota knows it is happening now they just need to make it right.

NoNoN NoneNone20181025

Tl* the contact owns a 1993 toyota truck (n/a). The contact stated that while driving and making turns, an abnormal knocking noise was heard coming from underneath the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that the steering wheel would shake when making turns. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the steering linkage rod relay needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20160317

My name is [xxx] i bought a truck from an individual he name is [xxx] my son has had wreck in it the insurance company is doing a claim can not get that processed till we get the vin number straight the vin number on the title does not match the vin number on the truck the vin number on the title [xxx] it is showing that it is a 94 toyota the vin number on the truck [xxx] it is showing that it is a 93 toyota so what do i do i need somebody to contact me as soon as possible pls i purchased the truck 12 07 2015. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(b)(6). *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20160131

When painting the truck we found that the frame was actually split and rotted through from under the cab to the back. I tried welding in a plate to keep it from breaking but it seems like all bed mounts and frame are rotting very rapidly. I cannot drive it due to the frame and toyota claims the recall is over.

NoNoN NoneNone20151220

The frame is completely rusted through. Corrosion is throughout the frame and the frame near the rear leaf spring mount has a 7 inch by 1 inch hole from rust which joins with a crack in the frame between the first hole and a second rust hole. Rust and corrosion is throughout the frame and suspension parts. I've never seen any frame this bad. Springs, a-arms, and all manner of suspension and body parts are corroded badly.

NoNoN NoneNone20150131

While checking out a broken leaf spring on my 1993 toyota pickup, i noticed some perforation on the frame near the front mount, and proceeded to insert a finger to the area to see how bad it was... The frame is completely rotted in the whole area next to the gas tank and. By the leaf spring mounts on both sides. The truck is definitely not safe to drive. I'm 100 percent sure i could pull the leaf spring right out of the frame. Being an automotive technician for a dealer, i would like to inform nhtsa if they do not at least investigate these issues on the 1994 and below toyota pickups and force toyota to open a safety recall i will be doing everything i can to get together a class action lawsuit. This is ridiculous that a truck with this low mileage rots the frame out. I've seen 1950s cars that have been overgrown with weeds for 10 years that don't have this bad of a rust issue. There are 1000s of toyota pickup owners not included in the 1995+ frame recalls that are in the same situation that have not reported here. I ask nhtsa to go ahead and just google it. There are currently 1000s of forum posts where people have had the frames split in half, break leafs off, and have been rebuilding and replacing or scrapping their vehicles over this. I want to see some action taken with these complaints. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20150126

Turn the wheel on my 1993 4x4started to back up heard a pop an lost my 4 wheel drive. So got out to look an the front frame broke, an my cv shaft pulled apart. I only have 164,635 miles wow come on toyota that's crazy. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20140211

Tl* the contact owns a 1993 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that while driving, a clunking sound would come from under the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact noticed there was massive rust on the frame. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer and the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 191,000 and the current mileage was 195,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20131107

I was removing the gas tank due to a fuel leak and found that the frame had rusted heavily and entire sections of the frame box wall were gone. Toyota had a voluntary buyback program for 1995-2004 pickup trucks due to extreme frame rusting. I have never seen frame rust this bad. Toyota should be encouraged to extend the buyback program to 1993 models or recall the vehicles and repair them. Pictures are available. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20130430

Frame rail rusting through at spring mount. Open recall for 1995 and later but does not cover 1993/94 or older

NoNoN NoneNone20110929

Tl* the contact owns a 1993 toyota pickup. The contact stated that the vehicle would jerk sporadically and pull abnormally when applying the brakes. There was also rusting on the frame of the vehicle and the exterior head lights were abnormally dim. The dealer and manufacturer denied any assistance with repairs to the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 176,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20110505

Tl*the contact owns a 1993 toyota pickup. The contact stated the spring shackle that was welded to the rear frame of the vehicle, was covered with rust. The contact stated the spring shackle well also detached and it allowed the springs to hang. The contact stated the spring was dangling next to the fuel tank. The contact was concerned that the frame would completely break in half. The failure mileage and current mileages were 204,000. Updated 5/24/11 *cn updated 1/24/2012 *ln *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20110307

I'm 4th owner of this truck, knowing the previous 3 owners. Body of truck is in good shape for this year of truck. However, the frame, on right side next to gas tank is 80 % rusted through, with holes all over it. The underside of truck looks like a 50 yr old truck with a bar from the left side to right side of frame behind motor about 90% rusted through.

NoNoN NoneNone20100611

Tl* the contact owns a 1993 toyota pickup. The contact stated while driving at highway speeds he noticed that the steering wheel would pull to the left or to the right. The manufacturer was notified and offered no assistance. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer nor had it been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 101,000. Updated 11/29/11 *bf the consumer stated the sway bar and steering dampener were replaced. Updated 12/02/11

NoNoN NoneNone20090921

The brake line rust out on my 1993 toyota pick up while driving.I looked on the web and im not the only one.I was still able to stop,rust on the frame and on the suspension.The cross bar on the frame rusted hole in it.Told toyota about it and said i didn't feel safe driving it. They said they can't do anything. Now the brakes rust out. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20090519

I purchased in 1993 a brand new toyota 4wd dx pickup from a toyota dealership. I have properly maintained the vehicle following all the toyota guidelines and currently the truck still looks showroom new. I have received many compliments on how nice my 1993 truck looks including many offers to purchase my vehicle. However, over the last two years my ase certified mechanic has stated to me that the frame is prematurely rusting and it is getting pretty bad. When i just recently had a tire rotation performed, he suggested that the problem has escalated and needs to be evaluated by the toyota dealership. On may 20, 2009 i had an appointment with the dealership to examine the truck frame and advise me of the situation. They explained to me that the vehicle frame was heavily corroded and perforated beyond the normal surface rust found on vehicles after years of exposure in the northeast. They further stated that the truck was probably unsafe to drive in its current state. I responded to them that i was aware that the toyota manufacturing company had a campaign to recall the toyota pickups from 1995 and up with the same problems and have been either repairing or replacing the frames of many affected vehicles. I continued by asking if toyota would resolve my problem and they stated that they would not and that i should call the toyota manufacturer customer service department and request that a case be opened and ask for assistance. I did as requested by the dealer and was told by the customer service representative that they would make a record of my complaint but that they were only resolving the pickups from 1995 and up and that in no way would they help me whatsoever. Now here i am with a beautiful 1993 toyota pickup truck that would be very expensive for me to fix, is now unsafe to be driven on the road and will probably need to be picked by a tow truck and hauled away to a junkyard. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20080930

Severe rust perforation occurring in frame of vehicle ( 1993 toyota pick-up) toyota customer service informed me nothing could be done for this year of vehicle.( complaint ref. No. [xxx] filed with toyota customer service on 1/21/10 ) ----program is in place for 1995 - 2005 trucks with same problem. Just wanted to inform the nhtsa that earlier model trucks are experiencing the same issues. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(b)(6). *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20080210

I began to have issues w/engine and notified prior owner and advised me received notice of recall for head gasket, immediately called local dealer regarding recall and they claimed vehicle had been serviced already (in another state) and nothing they could do, but owner state that is false he owned vehicle at that time and he had never took in for service recall. In the meantime condition got worse, and now leaking water and head gasket needs replaced. The dealer won't service it, toyota customer care is nonresponsive. All i get from them is email thanking me for concern and hope it was resolved, in the meantime i now don't have a vehicle to drive and can't afford to have it repaired. I could understand they not fixing it because of daily use or no warranty etc. But i have seen many many complaints on several web sites regarding the head gasket this engine. So it is an obvious issue they should at least look at if not repair. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20080101

Tl*the contact owns a 1993 toyota pickup. The contact stated that the vehicle's frame failed the manufacturer's inspection. A portion of the frame has since been repaired; however, toyota will not repair or replace the vehicle. The contact feels that the vehicle is unsafe to drive because the frame could fall apart while driving. The current mileage was 198,000 and failure mileage was 190,000.

CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone20060309

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 45 mph the steering column became inoperable which resulted in a crash. The vehicle ran off the road, rolled down a hill and a police report was filed. The driver was wearing a seatbelt and sustained injuries. The dealership was alerted however no repairs have been made.

CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone20030716

Pickup rear ended and driver seatback failed. Injuries sustained to head, neck, back. Injuries sustained to knees and legs as they went up under dash as the seat went back.*ak

NoNoN NoneNone20030629

The throttle suddenly stuck in the open position while the vehicle was being driven. It never returned to the closed position. The remainder of the trip was unsafe because the vehicle was extremely difficult to control.*ak

NoNoN NoneNone20030123

Leak generated from head gasket, engine was ruined from leak which warped heads of this vehicle to its malfunctioning condition. Gaskets were worked on by maui dealership under warranty. Problem recurred. *la

NoNoN NoneNone20030114

This complaint is for a toyota t100 4x4. The pitman arm broke while backing out of driveway rendering the truck unsteerable. Had this broke at highway speeds it would have resulted in a (probably fatal) rollover accident. Since the truck is out of warranty toyota will not pay to repair it. However the part is obviously defective from the day the truck was built. It just took ten years for the part to finally fail.

NoNoN NoneNone20011114

The firestone tires are not on the recall but, it is odd how 2 of the tires have come apart and had to be replaced. The seat belts in the 1993 toyota pickup do not retract properly making them unsafe. (dot number: ejp9chk358 tiresize: p195/75r14)

NoNoN NoneNone20010719

I have 4 firestone firehawk ss10 tires they were bought in july of 1997 the have approx 36.000 miles on them tey appear to have about half of there tread life left the tread wear is even accrose the tire yesterday i noticed a 6 to 8 inch bubble in the tread on a rear tire (not side wall) the tire had not blown yet, i replaced the tire with the spare. I contacted firestone they just asked me to bring it in as it was not a tire in the recall. I fear the other 3 tires will develope the same problems soon next time i might not be so fortunate as to see the bubble before the tires blow out on the road. *ak (dot number: vdr7jba226 tiresize: p275/60r15)

NoNoN NoneNone20010627

I went out to start my truck and the steering wheel was locked up, key would not turn and the vehicle would not start. When taken to the dealership to get fixed the mechanic stated "..This is common problem." if this is such a common problem then why isn't there something being done. I own 3 toyota vehicles and i am very concerned for my, my wife and my daughter's safety if this was to happen going down the road. Should i be concerned this will happen to my other 2 vehicles. Total cost to fix my truck was $435.00 ($238.00 for parts, $130.00 for labor and $50.00 for towing) will i have this expense for my other two vehicles? Thank you for your time. Claude m. Gaines jr.*ak

NoNoN NoneNone20000818

Tire exploded just after warranty expired. Two other tires showed bulges and cracks where belt was separating from tire.( dot number: tire size: p225/75r15 )

NoNoN NoneNone20000601

Tire unwraped at 70 mph. Causing damage to truck body. Core remained inflated. *ak (tiresize: p215/70r14)( dot number: tire size: p215/70r14 )

NoNoN NoneNone19991210

While driving vehicle about 65 mph engine will suddenly stall. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19990103

Seat belt on the driver's side did not retract or restrain passenger. When applying the brakes driver almost went through the windshield. Seat belt was serviced under recall about 2 years ago. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19980922

The adjustable bolts on the steering arms break off allowing the wheels to turn too sharp resulting in the front tires wearing a hole in the brake hoses.

NoNoN NoneNone19980429

Engine stalls occasionally and idles irratically; seat belts won't retract without a little assitance. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19980428

There is a recall on the head gasket of toyota pickups with v6 engines, which is not listed in this website. Our truck was repaired in 1998 under this recall, and has just blown the head gasket again after only 3 years. *ak

NoFireN NoneNone19980422

Passenger compartment fire, originating under the dashboard.

NoNoN NoneNone19970803

When truck comes to a stop the driver would try to take off the throttle would stick. Once the truck got going the truck would be alright. But, every time the driver would take off the throttle sticks. Dealerr charged the driver $30.00 to clean the throttle cable. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19970624

Wire harness under seat burned up, causing fuel pump to malfunction. Also, premature wear of front brake pads. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19970530

The defective driver's shoulder and lap belt does not retract out of the housing of the seatbelt. Dealer said needed to replace the whole seatbelt system. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19970425

Water entered engine, causing total engine failure while driving at highway speeds. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19970130

The rubber stop on leaf spring failed, also torsion bar fell off. *ak

CrashNoN NoneNone19961001

Vehicle was involved in an accident, where the driver ran into the back of another vehicle and driver's side air bag did not deploy. The front fender was damaged on the driver's side.*ak

NoNoN NoneNone19960704

Debris from passing truck blew onto windshield/cracked windshield.

NoNoN NoneNone19960330

Shoulder belts are not coming out all the way, needs to pull them out a little , it will lock/release and go back in. Has to pull it out again, repeatingly until enough belt is available to go around. Dealer cannot duplicate the problem. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19960224

Rear left hand tire ripped from the sidewall while driving on i-95 north. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19960212

Failure of the rear door latch, door will not stay latched. Tt

NoNoN NoneNone19951129

Throttle sticks in closed position, to unstick press real hard on accelerator pedal. Tt

CrashNoN NoneNone19951109

Brake system failure, total loss of braking ability, brake line rubbed together, allowing brake fluid to leak. Tt the consumer was travelling at 20 mph and applied brakes upon seeing a tree that had fallen on the roadway, but the brakes failed causing an accident in which the vehicle was damaged. *yh

NoNoN NoneNone19950329

Seat belt fails to retract after unlatching. *aw

NoNoN NoneNone19950117

Heater causes respitory problems. Tt

NoNoN NoneNone19950101

Retaining clip on center console replaced twice due to console being loose.

NoNoN NoneNone19941123

Horn assembly replaced three times.

NoNoN NoneNone19940906

Front brakes replaced due to heat cracks.

NoNoN NoneNone19940411

Anti-lock brake light lamp comes on due to abs valve assembly failure.

NoNoN NoneNone19940405

Left side door trim panel replaced.

NoNoN NoneNone19940116

Transfer case making whining sound.

NoNoN NoneNone19931218

Parking brake does not hold due to rear brakes needing adjustment.

NoNoN NoneNone19931109

Speedo cable loose, causing rattle under passenger's seat when unoccupied.

CrashNoN NoneNone19931002

Clutch pressure plate is made of different material that is too thin, causing it to slip. *ak the spring loaded portions of the clutch pressure plate, were not of robust enough construction to withstand the frequent manual changing of gears, 13000 miles later, the same problem started to reoccur, dealer found no problems, two months later clutch failed, consumer states problem still exitsts. Driver side seat belt replaced and failed within 16000 miles, passenger side seat belt looks deteriorated, consumer states the problem appears to be the mechanism which causes the belt to lock up in the case of a heavy jolt is too fragile, so when traveling on roads with heavy vibration, it repeatedly locks up and becomes too tight, cutting into consumer's neck. Consumer states front suspension is of inferior stability and vehicle is easy to lose control when needing to swerve, consumer did lose control and had an accident, vehicle clipped a guardrail due to faulty suspension system, the bumper is attached to the frame by only one bolt causing it to pivot in the accident, rear springs collapsed at only 30000 miles while having only a camper shell, rear springs only have 2 small leaves to which the shocks are light weight under size, a delaer replaced the shocks because they began to leak, consumer was advised to modify the springs by adding an extra leave. *slc

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The front driver and passenger side seat belt cover has fallen off . Tt

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My name is: steven encarnacion. Address: 1204 st. Joseph way, petaluma, ca 94954-5360, e:mail [email protected]. Telephone #(707)763-7437.This is the first of four complaints (of which the third one is about a saftey defect that caused an injury)against g&c autobody, re:renting vehicles with the gross knowledge of safety defects. On 01/05/2000 i rented the toyota truck(customer rental agreement #25698, repair order#000676) as a loaner vehicle from g&c autobody while my vehicle was to be repaired. The truck didn't have a right side view mirror, i brought it to casey puterbaugh's attention (g&c autobody) and she asked me if i can drive without it, i said i guess so, which really makes it difficult to see if the lane is clear on the lane to the right. Then one day i was stopped at a red signal with a car in front and behind me. I noticed the vehicle in front of me starts rolling back towards me, i started to press the horn and it didn't work, i kept frantically pressing, i couldn't backup because a vehicle was behind me. Then the vehicle stopped just before it hit me. I called g&c to tell them that this vehicle isn't safe to drive and that i wanted another one. Casey puterbaugh (g&c autobody) said she would reserve one for me. When i arrived at g&c autobody i was served by wilbert johnson. Mr. Johnson didn't know why i was returning the vehicle. When i told him about the incident with the horn, he said "is that all!" as if to say, do you mean i'm replacing your vehicle because of a horn. G&c autobody rented me a second vehicle which will arrive as my second complaint. G&c autobody knew about the defects at the time i rented it. I didn't know a business could get away with putting peoples lives in danger. I was told to contact your agency by contact 4 (channel four news in the s.F. Bay area). No safety defect listed within summary. *ak

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No summary listed for abov evehicle. *ak

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While stopped and waiting to turn, was rearended, at approximately 70mph, forced into vehicle in front, driver's 60/40 bench seat back rest broke, then collapsed rearward. Driver sustained injury to head/neck/back and shoulder. *ak

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Front cross member is falling off while driving. Also vehicle has various problems, including brakes failures/electrical failures,etc. Consumer is very concerned for safety. *ak

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