NHTSA Recall 02V021000: Suspension
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 273,743 vehicles. It affects 1996–1998 Toyota 4Runner.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V021000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SSC 20A |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Report received | January 18, 2002 |
| Owner notification | February 28, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain 2-wheel-drive (2wd) and 4-wheel-drive (4WD) 4runner sport utility vehicles, a combination of heavy loading (simultaneous loading to rear gross axle weight rating and gross vehicle weight rating) and severe steering maneuvers could cause the 2wd 4runner to lose directional stability.
Safety risk
This may result in a loss of control and could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace rear suspension parts. Although the 4WD 4runners do not exhibit the handling condition, toyota will recall these vehicles to avoid any public confusion as to which vehicles should receive the replacement parts. Owner notification began february 28, 2002. 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.
Notes
Toyota recall no. Ssc 20a.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V021000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.