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certain tradesonic combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Corrective Action

lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

tradesonic will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2006. owners may contact tradesonic at 626-934-8884.

2006 Toyota Corolla

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights

Consequence of Defect

certain anzo combination headlamp assemblies sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles. some combination lamps are not equipped with amber side reflectors which fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.ø

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

anzo will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. the recall began may 9, 2006. owners may contact anzo usa at 909-468-3688.

2005 Toyota Corolla

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

tradesonic will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2006. owners may contact tradesonic at 626-934-8884.

2005 Toyota Corolla

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

anzo will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. the recall began may 9, 2006. owners may contact anzo usa at 909-468-3688.

2004 Toyota Corolla

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

tradesonic will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2006. owners may contact tradesonic at 626-934-8884.

2004 Toyota Corolla

Component

Wheels

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles equipped with factory aluminum alloy wheels, the lug nut(s) may not secure the wheel properly to the hub assembly due to over-drilling of one or more of the five lug nut holes on the alloy wheel. if the vehicle is driven for an extended period in this condition, the lug nut(s) could potentially loosen.

Corrective Action

in the worst case, the stud bolt(s) may fracture, which may result in the separation of the wheel from the hub assembly and lead to a loss of vehicle control.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect all four factory aluminum alloy wheels and, if necessary, replace any found to be out of specifications. owner notification began october 27, 2003. owners should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

2004 Toyota Corolla

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

anzo will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. the recall began may 9, 2006. owners may contact anzo usa at 909-468-3688.

2003 Toyota Corolla

Component

Power Train:Axle Assembly

Consequence of Defect

on passenger vehicles with vehicle identification numbers (vin) starting with 1nx only and built from january 8 through february 13, 2002, it is possible for the bolts that join the rear brake and hub assembly to the rear axle carrier to be loose due to insufficient tightening during the assembly process.

Corrective Action

if the vehicle is operated in this condition, one or more of the four bolts could come loose, causing an abnormal noise from the rear axle area. in the event that all four bolts loosen completely, separation of the rear brake and hub assembly from the rear axle carrier could occur, which could lead to a loss of vehicle control.

Recall Notes

dealers will properly tighten the bolts. owner notification began march 21, 2002. 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 toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

2003 Toyota Corolla

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

tradesonic will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2006. owners may contact tradesonic at 626-934-8884.

2003 Toyota Corolla

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

anzo will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. the recall began may 9, 2006. owners may contact anzo usa at 909-468-3688.

2002 Toyota Corolla

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

2002 Toyota Corolla

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights

Consequence of Defect

certain poli-auto combination headlamp assemblies, p/nos. 11-728, 11-728d, 11-710, 11-419, 11-713, 11-703, 11-704, 11-708p, 11-735, 11-725, 11-726, 11-716 (p&c), 11-721-1, 11-733, 11-729, 11-730, and 11-732, sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, ølamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.ø

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

poli-auto will notify owners and offer to repurchase the headlamps at its original purchase price. the recall is expected to begin during april 2006. owners may contact poli-auto at 305-477-1356.

2001 Toyota Corolla

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

2000 Toyota Corolla

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain aj motorsport combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Corrective Action

lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

aj motorsport will notify owners and offer reimbursement for the lamps. the recall began on july 31, 2006. owners may contact aj motorsport at 626-618-2026.

2000 Toyota Corolla

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

1999 Toyota Corolla

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

aj motorsport will notify owners and offer reimbursement for the lamps. the recall began on july 31, 2006. owners may contact aj motorsport at 626-618-2026.

1999 Toyota Corolla

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

1998 Toyota Corolla

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

aj motorsport will notify owners and offer reimbursement for the lamps. the recall began on july 31, 2006. owners may contact aj motorsport at 626-618-2026.

1998 Toyota Corolla

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

1997 Toyota Corolla

Component

Air Bags

Consequence of Defect

if the air bag computer in a subject vehicle experiences a mechanical shock (i.e., rapidly moving the front seat back against the stops or a sudden release of the parking brake) within a very short time after the engine is started, the air bag can deploy inadvertently.

Corrective Action

unexpected air bag deployment can result in occupant injury.

Recall Notes

dealers will repair the air bag computer.

1997 Toyota Corolla

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

1996 Toyota Corolla

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

1996 Toyota Corolla

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

these cruise control systems fail to hold the speed set by the driver and can accelerate above the intended set speed.

Corrective Action

unintended acceleration can increase the potential for a vehicle accident.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace these cruise control assemblies.

1995 Toyota Corolla

Component

Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module

Consequence of Defect

if liquid is spilled in the console box area, the air bag warning light can illuminate and stay "on" during normal driving conditions.

Corrective Action

this leakage condition could cause the air bag to inadvertently deploy.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a protective cover over the air bag sensor to prevent possible malfunction caused by the spilling of liquid substances on the sensor. air bag sensors damaged by previous liquid spillage will be replaced.

1995 Toyota Corolla

Component

Electrical System:Battery

Consequence of Defect

the battery can have a defective weld inside the positive and/or negative terminal allowing the connection inside the terminal to separate.

Corrective Action

this condition can result in a no-start condition, or a battery explosion.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace defective batteries.

1995 Toyota Corolla

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

1994 Toyota Corolla

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

the anchor straps installed in the belt assemblies (front inner, left and right hand sides) were improperly heat treated and can break, which will not sufficiently restrain seat occupants in the event of a sudden stop or accident. this does not comply with fmvss no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the manufacturer will provide replacement safety belt anchor straps.

1994 Toyota Corolla

Component

Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module

Consequence of Defect

if liquid is spilled in the console box area, the air bag warning light can illuminate and stay "on" during normal driving conditions.

Corrective Action

this leakage condition could cause the air bag to inadvertently deploy.

Recall Notes

1994 Toyota Corolla

Component

Electrical System:Wiring

Consequence of Defect

an unused harness connector for power windows, power door locks and sunroof was improperly routed under the floor carpet in the left kick panel. if the vehicle is operated in cold weather conditions where large amounts of road salts are used, the salt water or snow carried into the vehicle by the driver's shoes can penetrate the carpet and drip onto the connector resulting in the formation of a salt bridge between the terminals.

Corrective Action

this causes an electrical short inside the harness, and can result in a vehicle fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will remove the unused harness connector.

1994 Toyota Corolla

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

1993 Toyota Corolla

Component

Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module

Consequence of Defect

if liquid is spilled in the console box area, the air bag warning light can illuminate and stay "on" during normal driving conditions.

Corrective Action

this leakage condition could cause the air bag to inadvertently deploy.

Recall Notes

1993 Toyota Corolla

Component

Electrical System:Wiring

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

this causes an electrical short inside the harness, and can result in a vehicle fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will remove the unused harness connector.

1993 Toyota Corolla

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

1992 Toyota Corolla

Component

Equipment:Other:Labels

Consequence of Defect

due to a computer program error, certain digits of the gvwr and the gawr appeared in incorrect locations on the certification label located on the left front door of the subject vehicles.

Corrective Action

the certification label would not comply with thestandards of 49 cfr part 576.

Recall Notes

return the vehicle to the toyota dealer for exchange of the certification label.

1984 Toyota Corolla

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

cruise control computer malfunction could occur upon shutting off the control after continuous use followed by cold ambient temperatures.

Corrective Action

thermal shock to the cruise control computer could result in engine racing if the engine is restarted with the main control switch in the 'on' position. this could cause loss of control and an accident if this is performed in normal traffic conditions.

Recall Notes

replace computer with one of improved design.

1984 Toyota Corolla

Component

Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator

Consequence of Defect

voltage regulator which controls the amount of flow in the electrical system between the battery and the alternator, may have manufacturing errors in an integrated circuit. the regulator may overcharge the battery.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will replace the voltage regulator at no charge.

1980 Toyota Corolla

Component

Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator

Consequence of Defect

due to a faulty press die used in manufacturing alternator pulleys, pulleys installed on certain vehicles may crack and break during vehicle operation. the battery would then be constantly drained without recharging.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will replace the engine alternator pulleys on the involved vehicles without charge to owners.

1979 Toyota Corolla

Component

Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)

Consequence of Defect

the lock nut may not have been tightened enough on the steering gear box worm gear bearing and adjuster. consequently, the worm gear adjuster may become loose due to excessive pressure from hard repeated steering.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect the steering gear box on the involved vehicles and, if necessary, secure the steering gear box worm gear bearing and adjuster to prevent steering instability.

1978 Toyota Corolla

Component

Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect the steering gear box on the involved vehicles and, if necessary, secure the steering gear box worm gear bearing and adjuster to prevent steering instability.

1977 Toyota Corolla

Component

Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect the steering gear box on the involved vehicles and, if necessary, secure the steering gear box worm gear bearing and adjuster to prevent steering instability.