Tacoma 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE) (2006)
Tires: Recalls
Recall 06V061000: Tire Inspection/Replacement
MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:
Toyota/Tacoma 2006
MANUFACTURER: Toyota Motor North America, Inc.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 06V061000 MFG'S REPORT DATE: February 27, 2006
COMPONENT: Tires: Bead
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 12020
SUMMARY:
On certain pickup trucks, the bead of the tire may be damaged due to improper assembly of the tires onto the wheels.
CONSEQUENCE:
If the vehicle is operated in this condition, there is a possibility that a bulge may be formed on the sidewall and air may leak from the area of the
damaged bead and a crash could occur.
REMEDY:
Dealers will inspect the tires and replace if necessary free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during mid-March 2006. Owners may contact
Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
NOTES:
Toyota recall No. SSC 60A. 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.