| Issue ID | 1491559 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11121543 |
| Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Brand | TOYOTA |
| Model | 4RUNNER |
| Model Year | 2003 |
| File date | 23/03/18 |
| Component | WHEELS |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Frame and undercarriage rust. Rotted bolts affecting ability to have complete alignment performed. Failed wheel bearings causing loud rotational friction sounds while in motion. Rusted exhaust system causing failure and required replacement. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 111354 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | SAN JOSE, CA |
| VIN pattern | JTEBT14R738XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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