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If the vehicle is continued to be operated in this condition, the relay rod may fracture, increasing the risk of a crash.

Steering — Linkages — Rod — Relay — Connecting

Summary
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.
Actions
Dealers will replace the steering relay rod. The recall began October 5, 2005. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
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Date Announced
SEP 06, 2005
Vehicles Affected
977,839
Toyota Recall #
50N
NHTSA Campaign #
05V389000
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