Recall 17V520000: 2017 Toyota Highlander, 2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 23, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 1,121
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2017 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles equipped with accessory roof rail cross bars. The fasteners for the roof rails may not be torqued properly.
The risk
The roof rails may loosen and possibly detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
GST will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and properly torque the fasteners, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2017. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 17R3.
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
- 2017 Toyota Highlander
- 2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V520000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 17R3
- Manufacturer
- Gulf States Toyota, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Sep 29, 2017
- Components
- Equipment (Other / Unknown)
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