Toyota is recalling 273,743 4Runner sport utility vehicles because of handling problems.  The recall, announced by the Federal Auto Safety Regulators, covers the 1996 -1998 model year.

"The problem is that the vehicles can be difficult to control if they are overloaded and the driver makes a hard turn," said a Toyota spokesman.  The problem was discovered during vehicle testing, and the company is not aware of it happening on the road.

 

The problem affects the two-wheel drive models but Toyota is also recalling the four - wheel drive versions to avoid confusion.

The firm is currently handling three stability cases similar to what is described herein against Toyota regarding rollover of the 4Runner.

If you, a family member or friend has been involved in a 4Runner accident where stability and handling  were issues, contact us immediately.

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Related USA Today article: http://www.usatoday.com/money/autos/2002/03/14/recalls.htm