Toyota has announced the recall of 110,000 of its pick up trucks in the United States, amid concern over corrosion to the vehicle's frame.
Toyota, in a statement, warned owners in cold areas that road salt could corrode parts of the frame, causing the spare wheel to come loose and damage to brake lines.
The defect was discovered in Toyota's 2000 to 2003 Tundra models.
"The spare tire stowed under the truck bed may become separated from the rear cross-member," the company said. "Spare tire separation will create a road hazard for following vehicles and increase the likelihood of a crash."
In addition, Toyota advised that corrosion may affect a valve on the rear brake line.
"If this occurs, it can lead to the loss of the rear brake circuits which will increase vehicle stopping distances and the risk of a crash."
Toyota is offering to fix the defect with "a corrosion-resistant compound" or the replacement of affected parts.
It was the second major safety problem for Toyota in as many months. In October, the Japanese automaker issued a safety warning for 3.8 million Lexus and Toyota cars because of potentially deadly floor mats.
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