Toyota Highlander recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 24, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Toyota Motor Corporation recalls 2016 Toyota Highlander

Recall number

16V775000

Brand / firm

Toyota

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 7,056 units

Why it was recalled

If the brake fluid level is low and is not detected, the braking performance may be decreased, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Highlander vehicles manufactured May 26, 2016, to September 16, 2016. The brake fluid level sensor may not be connected to the wire harness, preventing the sensor from detecting the brake fluid level. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

What to do

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, connect the wire harness to the sensor, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this G03.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.