NHTSA Recall 05V389000: Connecting (steering)
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 977,839 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Toyota 4Runner.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V389000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 50N |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › ROD › RELAY › CONNECTING |
| Report received | September 6, 2005 |
| Owner notification | October 5, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
If the vehicle is continued to be operated in this condition, the relay rod may fracture, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the steering relay rod. The recall began october 5, 2005. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Notes
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V389000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Toyota 4Runner | 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995 |
| Toyota Pickup | 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995 |
| Toyota T100 | 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998 |
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.