The problem
On certain 4x2 vehicles equipped with an alloy wheel tire upgrade (options wm4, wm8, zl1-zl4, dh4, or dh5) installed by the processing centers in jacksonville, florida or commerce, georgia, a label identifying the spare tire as a temporary use spare tire was not installed. The upgrade includes 4 larger size tires with alloy wheels. The original spare tire/steel wheel is not part of the upgrade and was not changed.
The risk
Different operating characteristics can be experienced when the spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
The fix
Owners will be provided with a caution label and an insert for their owner's manual. Owner notification began July 15, 2002. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 02V-129 (02V129000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Component | Wheels |
| Report date | May 1, 2002 |
| Owners notified | July 15, 2002 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,041 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the wheels & tires
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 02V-129 repair free?
Yes. Toyota dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Owners will be provided with a caution label and an insert for their owner's manual. Owner notification began July 15, 2002. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,041 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.