Toyota/fuel pulsation damper
Defect Summary
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with v6 engines, the fuel pulsation damper, located on the fuel rail, may have been improperly assembled, causing a diaphragm in the pulsation damper to be damaged. if the diaphragm fails, fuel may leak.
Safety Consequence
This could result in an engine compartment fire if a heat source or an ignition source is present.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the pulsation damper. owner notification began may 5, 2003. 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.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 03V146000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 03V146000?
NHTSA recall 03V146000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on April 14, 2003. It addresses: Toyota/fuel pulsation damper. The recall affects approximately 29,482 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V146000 or the manufacturer campaign number SSC 30C. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.