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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.

1984 Toyota Cressida

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

Consequence of Defect

oil pressure sender gauge may be defective. continued engine operation under high temperature and high pressure may cause the sending unit to leak oil or may cause the engine to lock up.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replacement of the oil sender gauge without cost to the owner.

1983 Toyota Cressida

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

Consequence of Defect

oil pressure sender gauge may be defective. continued engine operation under high temperature and high pressure may cause the sending unit to leak oil or may cause the engine to lock up.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replacement of the oil sender gauge without cost to the owner.

1982 Toyota Cressida

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

soldered terminals of the cruise control computer may develop cracks due to improper application of the coating to the printed circuit board. consequence of defect: continued use of cruise control could lead to complete separation of soldered terminals and circuit failure; engine speed would instantly race and vehicle could suddenly accelerate, possibly resulting in an accident.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace cruise control computer, if necessary.

1981 Toyota Cressida

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Warning Light/Devices

Consequence of Defect

on certain vehicles, the wiring harness for the retractor spool release warning light and buzzer of the seat belt system may not have been properly routed at the time of assembly. this can cause mechanical interference with the driver"s side g-sensor locking function. consequently, the emergency locking retractor of the driver"s side automatic seat belt may not operate properly even though the g-sensor is operational. (the passenger side is not affected).

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the wiring harness will be rerouted, if necessary, and a clamp will be added to eliminate possible future interference.