Tires (24V452000)

WARNING: This page is about the Highlander Hybrid LE, 2.5L Eng VIN A, which is a different variant/trim than selected.

Publication date: 2024-06-20
Reference number: 24V452000

TIRES

NHTSA RECALL BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): 24V452000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION

Model(s): 2021 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER

2022 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER

2023 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER

2024 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER

Campaign No: 24V452000

Number of Affected Vehicles: 4763

Beginning Date of Manufacture: 2020 JUN

Ending Date of Manufacture: 2024 JUN

SYSTEM

TIRES

DESCRIPTION OF DEFECT

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Highlander vehicles. The 20-inch accessory tires with an insufficient load rating for the vehicle's Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) were installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT

Tires with an insufficient load rating can be overloaded and fail, increasing the risk of a crash.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

SET will inspect and replace the tires and information placard, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 16, 2024. Owners may contact SET's customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET24A.

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.nhtsa.gov.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Eastern Time. For more information call (800) 424-9393 or (202) 366-0123. For the hearing impaired, call (800) 424-9153.