The problem
The sticker required by part 575, "consumer information regulations" to alert the driver of "the particular handling and maneuvering characteristics of utility vehicles" was not affixed to the driver's side sun visor.
The risk
Consequence of non-compliance: owners May not be aware of the handling and manuevering characteristics of this vehicle increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will replace the sun visors on the affected vehicles with visors containing the correct labels.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 96V-098 (96V098000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Component | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| Report date | June 12, 1996 |
| Owners notified | July 15, 1996 |
| Vehicles affected | 15,707 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the equipment & accessories
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 96V-098 repair free?
Yes. Toyota dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the sun visors on the affected vehicles with visors containing the correct labels.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 15,707 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.