NHTSA recall 06V-061 (06V061000)

tires recall reported March 2, 2006 - about 12,020 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 06V061000
Also written as: 06V-061
Manufacturer number: 60A
Reported: March 2, 2006
Vehicles affected: ~12,020
Component: tires

What is being recalled

ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, THE BEAD OF THE TIRE MAY BE DAMAGED DUE TO IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OF THE TIRES ONTO THE WHEELS.

Why it is dangerous

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.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TIRES AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 27, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 06V-061 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Toyota Tacoma - 2006

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