2016 Toyota Highlander — Electrical system: wiring
Published October 24, 2016 · Recall initiated: October 24, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16V775000, published October 24, 2016. Recalling firm: Toyota Motor Corporation; 2016 Toyota Highlander — Electrical system: wiring.
What's the hazard
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Highlander vehicles manufactured May 26, 2016, to September 16, 2016. The brake fluid level sensor may not be connected to the wire harness, preventing the sensor from detecting the brake fluid level. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems.
What to do
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, connect the wire harness to the sensor, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this G03.
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Recall details
- Brand
- TOYOTA
- Model
- HIGHLANDER
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Corporation
- Lot
- 2016 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Toyota Highlander — Electrical system: wiring recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V775000 on October 24, 2016. Reported hazard: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Highlander vehicles manufactured May 26, 2016, to September 16, 2016. The brake fluid level sensor may not be connected to the wire harness, preventing the sensor from detecting the brake fluid level. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems.
What should I do if I have this product?
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, connect the wire harness to the sensor, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this G03.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: TOYOTA. Model: HIGHLANDER.