Safety Recall NHTSA · 80V045000 Reported April 11, 1980

Electrical system:alternator:generator

Toyota Motor Corporation · Electrical System · 98,493 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
80V045000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
98,493
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 11, 1980

Defect Summary

Due to a faulty press die used in manufacturing alternator pulleys, pulleys installed on certain vehicles may crack and break during vehicle operation. The battery would then be constantly drained without recharging.

Corrective Action

Dealer will replace the engine alternator pulleys on the involved vehicles without charge to owners.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Toyota Motor Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 80V045000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 80V045000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 80V045000?

NHTSA recall 80V045000 was issued by Toyota Motor Corporation on April 11, 1980. It addresses: Electrical system:alternator:generator. The recall affects approximately 98,493 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Toyota Motor Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 80V045000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.