Toyota Motor Corporation recalls 2010–2015 Toyota 4runner

Recall date

August 3, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

16V577000

Brand / firm

Toyota

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 425 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 September 3, 2009, to December 1, 2014. 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 September 15, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET16D.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.