Toyota Tacoma recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 1, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Toyota Motor Corporation recalls 2016–2017 Toyota Tacoma

Recall number

17V356000

Brand / firm

Toyota

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 31,824 units

Why it was recalled

An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tacoma vehicles equipped with a six-cylinder engine. The affected vehicles have a crank position sensor that may malfunction, potentially resulting in an engine stall.

What to do

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crank position sensor with an improved design, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0H.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.