NHTSA Recall 03V189000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 123,360 vehicles. It affects 2001–2003 Toyota Tacoma.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V189000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SSC 30H |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | May 19, 2003 |
| Owner notification | June 3, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain pickup trucks, during side impact ncap test (i.e. Lincap test), a flange at the rear end of the double cab body deformed and interfered with the fuel inlet hose that connects the fuel filler pipe and fuel tank, resulting in damage to the fuel inlet hose.
Safety risk
This damage could result in fuel leakage, which could result in a fire if in the presence of an ignition source.
Remedy
Dealers will install a fuel hose protector on the body flange. Owner notification began june 3, 2003. 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 30h.customers can 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 03V189000
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.