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- TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
- Problem
- Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.
- Risk
- A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2017 Toyota vehicles may have a temporary or emergency spare tire that was not inflated to the pressure listed on the Tire Pressure Label. A spare tire with the wrong air pressure may not perform as intended, which increases the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect the spare tire on affected vehicles and adjust its air pressure as needed. The inspection and adjustment are free of charge. Owners will also be notified by Gulf States Toyota, Inc. The recall began June 15, 2017, and Toyota's recall number is 17R2. You can contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074 with questions.
To find out whether your vehicle is affected, check your VIN for open recalls on the NHTSA website or with your Toyota dealer, and have the spare tire pressure checked at an authorized dealer.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle