Toyota/fuel tank leakage
Defect Summary
On certain sport utility vehicles, a part of the fuel tank may become damaged when crashed in the insurance institute for highway safety's (iihs) 40 mph frontal offset crash test conditions, due to the severe impact forces generated.
Safety Consequence
If the fuel tank becomes damaged and fuel leakage occurs, a fire may result in the presence of an ignition source.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the fuel tank. Owner notification began august 1, 2003. owners should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing or involving Fuel System, Gasoline.
FAQ: Recall 03V291000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 03V291000?
NHTSA recall 03V291000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on August 12, 2003. It addresses: Toyota/fuel tank leakage. The recall affects approximately 34,437 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V291000 or the manufacturer campaign number 30K. 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.