Toyota 4runner recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 25, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Toyota Motor Corporation recalls 2017–2019 Toyota 4runner

Recall number

18V753000

Brand / firm

Toyota

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,295 units

Why it was recalled

An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota 4Runner vehicles that SET modified to be equipped with a TRD wheel package. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) on the certification label may be incorrect, possibly resulting in the vehicle being overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

What to do

SET will notify owners and mail them corrected certification labels, free of charge. The recall began November 28, 2018. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET18A.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.