2023 Toyota Tundra Hybrid, Tundra, Sequoia Hybrid recall: Tires: temporary/emergency spare tire
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 23V468000
- Reported
- July 7, 2023
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Corporation
- Part
- Tires: temporary/emergency spare tire
- Vehicles affected
- About 1,398
What is wrong
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, and Sequoia Hybrid vehicles. The steel chain used to secure the spare tire to the underside of the vehicle may have been insufficiently welded.
Safety risk
Chains that are not welded sufficiently can break and allow the spare tire to detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the spare tire carrier assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 14, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB06/23TA06.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Toyota Sequoia Hybrid (2023); Toyota Tundra (2023); Toyota Tundra Hybrid (2023). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
Chains that are not welded sufficiently can break and allow the spare tire to detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Dealers will replace the spare tire carrier assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 14, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB06/23TA06.
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.