USA RECALL #1 - TOYOTA - Leaf Spring may Fracture and Puncture Tank.

Report Receipt Date: SEP 29, 2014 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V604000 

Component(s): 

Potential Number of Units Affected: 690,000  

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

SUMMARY:

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Toyota Tacoma Pre-Runner and 4x4 vehicles manufactured September 14, 2009, to October 11, 2010. In the affected vehicles, one of the leaf springs may fracture due to stress or corrosion. While being driven, the broken leaf could move out of position and contact surrounding components including the fuel tank, possibly puncturing the tank and causing a fuel leak.

CONSEQUENCE:

If the fuel tank leaks fuel from being punctured, there is an increased risk of a fire.

REMEDY:

The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall is expected to begin November 28, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

NOTES:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.