Toyota Tundra recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 9, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Toyota Motor Corporation recalls 2015–2016 Toyota, Scion — 5 models

Recall number

16V420000

Brand / firm

Toyota, Scion

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 4,253 units

Why it was recalled

An incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC vehicles. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."

What to do

SET will notify owners, and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.