Recall 98V-277: 1998–1999 Gulf Toyota 4Runner, 1998–1999 Gulf Toyota Camry and 4 more
GULF STATES TOYOTA, INC. recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on Nov 4, 1998, covering about 7,794 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: 1998-1999 toyota sport utility vehicles and light duty trucks equipped with wheel lug nuts, part no. 1207, supplied by prime wheel corporation, and distributed by gulf states toyota, inc. In the states of texas, oklahoma, arkansas, louisiana, and mississippi only. The lug nuts contain a defect which could cause loss of the lug nuts, and possible loss of the wheel.
The risk
This condition could cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace all the wheel lug nuts and also perform a complimentary wheel rotation when the repair is done.
Notes
Owner notification began december 2, 1998. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact gulf states toyota at 1-800-444-1074. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GULF STATES TOYOTA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 98V277000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Gulf Toyota 4Runner | 1998, 1999 | All years |
| Gulf Toyota Camry | 1998, 1999 | All years |
| Gulf Toyota Corolla | 1998, 1999 | All years |
| Gulf Toyota Sienna | 1998, 1999 | All years |
| Gulf Toyota T100 | 1998, 1999 | All years |
| Gulf Toyota Tacoma | 1998, 1999 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 98V-277?
Vehicle description: 1998-1999 toyota sport utility vehicles and light duty trucks equipped with wheel lug nuts, part no. 1207, supplied by prime wheel corporation, and distributed by gulf states toyota, inc. In the states of texas, oklahoma, arkansas, louisiana, and mississippi only. The lug nuts contain a defect which could cause loss of the lug nuts, and possible loss of the wheel.
How is recall 98V-277 fixed?
Dealers will replace all the wheel lug nuts and also perform a complimentary wheel rotation when the repair is done.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.