17V291Vehicle
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. recall 17V291
Safety Recall
- Manufacturer
- Gulf States Toyota, Inc.
- Units affected
- 1,019
- Recall opened
- Jun 15, 2017
- Report date
- May 1, 2017
- Manufacturer campaign
- 17R1
- Type
- Vehicle
Affected vehicles (1)
- TOYOTA 4RUNNER2016–2017
Component / system
EQUIPMENT
Defect
Gulf States Toyota, Inc (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2016-2017 4Runner vehicles equipped with the TFORCE accessory package. The fasteners for the aftermarket roof rack may have been improperly tightened.
Risk / consequence
If the roof rack fasteners loosen, the roof rack may detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, tighten the roof rack fasteners, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Gulf States' number for this recall is 17R1.
Source: NHTSA campaign 17V291000. Always confirm recall status and remedy availability with the manufacturer or a dealer using your VIN.