NHTSA Complaint #11502219 — 2011 TOYOTA 4RUNNER

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11502219
Vehicle	2011 TOYOTA 4RUNNER
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident	December 28, 2022
Date Filed	January 17, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	ND

Consumer Description

I was driving my truck and needed to use the horn to warn another driver of a potential collision. My horn did not work. I later noticed that the horn only stopped working when the steering wheel was in the forward position. I researched this online, and it was stated that this was a known issue with many Toyotas including the 4runner. It is the clock spring in the steering wheel which needs replacement. Another issue is the price Toyota is charging for the clock spring at $800 which may deter customers from fixing it. I am fixing mine and ask for nothing except consideration in forcing a recall. This is dangerous. I can send you the defective clock spring if you would like it. I bought the vehicle but live in Canada.

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