If the fuel tank becomes damaged and fuel leakage occurs, a fire may result in the presence of an ignition source.

Fuel System, Gasoline — Storage — Tank Assembly

Date Announced
AUG 12, 2003
Vehicles Affected
34,437
Toyota Recall #
30K
NHTSA Campaign #
03V291000
Summary
On certain sport utility vehicles, a part of the fuel tank may become damaged when crashed in the insurance institute for highway safety's (iihs) 40 mph frontal offset crash test conditions, due to the severe impact forces generated.
Actions
Dealers will replace the fuel tank. Owner notification began August 1, 2003. Owners should contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
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