Recalls for 2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

DEFECT #1 - TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

Posted on: 2017-05-04
Description
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.

Consequence
A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Gulf states will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin june 1, 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.  

DEFECT #2 - EQUIPMENT

Posted on: 2017-08-25
Description
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.

Consequence
The roof rails may loosen and possibly detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
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.

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.