Recall 12V-120
GULF STATES TOYOTA, INC. recalled the 2012 Toyota 4RUNNER and 1 other model: Equipment (electrical).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 12V-120
- Reported
- March 23, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 363 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Gulf states toyota is recalling certain model year 2012 4runner and sienna vehicles, equipped with non-original equipment remote engine starters. A malfunction in the audiovox electronics brand remote engine starter module can prevent normal communication of the vehicles controller area network (can).
The risk
If this condition occurs, antilock braking and stability control may be lost, increasing the risk of a crash. Drivers should receive dashboard warning lights warning them of a malfunction.
The fix
Gulf states toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the remote engine starter with a new one free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about june 4, 2012. Owners may contact toyota at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-[removed] (TTY: 1-[removed]); OR GO TO [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Toyota 4RUNNER 2012
- Toyota Sienna 2012