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2017 TOYOTA 4RUNNER Recalls - California Lemon Law TOYOTA 4RUNNER problems

Recalls For 2017 TOYOTA 4RUNNER

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Recall #1 Issued: 2017 05 01 - Camp #20170501

This 2017 TOYOTA 4RUNNER recall affects the EQUIPMENT Manufactured by Gulf States Toyota, Inc. from 2016-03-09 through 2017-03-23

Description Of 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.

Conseqence Of Defect

If the roof rack fasteners loosen, the roof rack may detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

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.

Additional 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.


Recall #2 Issued: 2017 05 02 - Camp #20170502

This 2017 TOYOTA 4RUNNER recall affects the TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE Manufactured by Gulf States Toyota, Inc. from 2017-03-21 through 2017-03-30

Description Of Defect

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.

Conseqence Of Defect

A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.

Additional 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.


Recall #3 Issued: 2017 11 29 - Camp #20171129

This 2017 TOYOTA 4RUNNER recall affects the STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD Manufactured by Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC from 2014-12-05 through 2017-10-26

Description Of Defect

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Toyota 4Runner vehicles equipped with an accessory Billet Grille Overlay installed by SET or provided by SET and installed by SET dealers. The U-nut that secures the overlay grille may fracture, allowing the Billet Grille Overlay to detach from the vehicle.

Conseqence Of Defect

If the Billet Grille Overlay detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

SET will notify owners, and dealers will replace the securing U-nuts with upgraded hardware, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 26, 2018. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET17C.

Additional 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.


Recall #4 Issued: 2017 12 20 - Camp #20171220

This 2017 TOYOTA 4RUNNER recall affects the EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS Manufactured by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing from 2017-07-11 through 2017-10-06

Description Of Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Toyota 4Runner and Tundra, 2018 Toyota Highlander, RAV4 and Lexus GX460 and 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles. These vehicles may have incorrect load carrying capacity modification labels. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Conseqence Of Defect

An incorrect load information label can result in the operator overloading the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Toyota will notify owners and provide them with corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are H0Z for Toyota vehicles, and HLF for Lexus vehicles.

Additional 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.


Recall #5 Issued: 2018 10 25 - Camp #20181025

This 2017 TOYOTA 4RUNNER recall affects the EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS Manufactured by Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC from 2016-12-08 through 2018-08-21

Description Of Defect

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."

Conseqence Of Defect

An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

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.

Additional 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.



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