NHTSA recall 17V-520 (17V520000)
equipment recall reported August 23, 2017 - about 1,121 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 17V520000
- Also written as
- 17V-520
- Manufacturer number
- 17R3
- Reported
- August 23, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- ~1,121
- Component
- equipment
What is being recalled
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2017 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles equipped with accessory roof rail cross bars. The fasteners for the roof rails may not be torqued properly.
Why it is dangerous
The roof rails may loosen and possibly detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
GST will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and properly torque the fasteners, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2017. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 17R3.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 17V-520 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
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.