Component
TIRES:BEAD
Manufacturer
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
Your tire's bead, which holds the tire to the wheel, might not be properly assembled, which can cause a problem.
Risk if Unfixed
If you drive your vehicle with this issue, a bulge could form on the tire and air might leak out, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
A dealership will inspect your tires and replace them if needed, free of charge, and you can contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331 to schedule the repair.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, THE BEAD OF THE TIRE MAY BE DAMAGED DUE TO IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OF THE TIRES ONTO THE WHEELS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — Remedy
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.
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