Toyota Motor Corporation recalls 2010–2015 Toyota 4runner

Recall date

August 13, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

15V515000

Brand / firm

Toyota

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,530 units

Why it was recalled

Contact with an exhaust tip may result in personal injury.

What was recalled

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Toyota 4Runner vehicles manufactured March 29, 2010, to July 30, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with accessory exhaust tips installed by SET or SET dealers that may contact people and possibly burn them while they are standing behind the vehicle.

What to do

SET will notify owners, and dealers will install a re-designed exhaust tip that is smaller in diameter and is more recessed behind the bumper, free of charge. The recall began on September 22, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for the recall is SET15D.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.