2010–2015 Toyota 4RUNNER recall: Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system, manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 16V577000
- Reported
- August 3, 2016
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Corporation
- Part
- Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system, manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
- Vehicles affected
- About 425
What is wrong
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Toyota 4Runner vehicles manufactured September 3, 2009, to December 1, 2014. The affected vehicles may be equipped with accessory exhaust tips installed by SET or SET dealers that may contact people and possibly burn them while they are standing behind the vehicle.
Safety risk
Contact with an exhaust tip may result in personal injury.
The fix
SET will notify owners, and dealers will install a re-designed exhaust tip that is smaller in diameter and is more recessed behind the bumper, free of charge. The recall began September 15, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET16D.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Toyota 4RUNNER (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
Contact with an exhaust tip may result in personal injury.
What is the fix?
SET will notify owners, and dealers will install a re-designed exhaust tip that is smaller in diameter and is more recessed behind the bumper, free of charge. The recall began September 15, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET16D.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.