Recall 16V775000: 2016 Toyota Highlander

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Oct 24, 2016
Vehicles affected
7,056
Models
1
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

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."

The risk

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

The fix

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
16V775000
Manufacturer campaign
G03
Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Owner letters
Nov 14, 2016
Components
Electrical system:wiring (Electrical System); Service brakes, hydraulic:fluid (Brakes)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology