NHTSA recall 14V-828 (14V828000)
equipment recall reported December 30, 2014 - about 3,958 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 14V828000
- Also written as
- 14V-828
- Manufacturer number
- SET-14B
- Reported
- December 30, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- ~3,958
- Component
- equipment
What is being recalled
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Scion FRS, and XB vehicles. The affected vehicles may have accessories installed by SET, such as running boards or other items, that were incorrectly installed. The accessory attaching fasteners were not tightened with the proper torque, possibly causing the accessory to detach from the vehicle.
Why it is dangerous
Accessories that detach from a vehicle may result in a vehicle crash and/or personal injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
SET will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET-14B.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 14V-828 when calling a dealer.
Affected 5 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.