Toyota TFORCE aftermarket roof rack recall: 17V291

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May 1, 2017 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V291000
Roof Rack may Loosen and Detach
If the roof rack fasteners loosen, the roof rack may detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V291000

Manufacturer Gulf States Toyota, Inc.

Components EQUIPMENT

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,019

Summary

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.

Remedy

Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, tighten the roof rack fasteners, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 1, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Gulf States' number for this recall is 17R1.

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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