NHTSA Campaign 17V763000
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Issued by Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC · Reported Nov 29, 2017 · 431 vehicles affected
What's wrong
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.
Consequence
If the Billet Grille Overlay detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| TOYOTA | 4RUNNER | 2015 | 431 |
| TOYOTA | 4RUNNER | 2016 | 431 |
| TOYOTA | 4RUNNER | 2017 | 431 |
| TOYOTA | 4RUNNER | 2018 | 431 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 17V763000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.