Toyota has issued a recall affecting 33,848 vehicles in North America due to an issue with incorrect load-carrying capacity stickers. This recall covers a wide range of Toyota models, including sports cars, pickup trucks, and family vehicles. The issue was discovered by Gulf States Toyota, a dealership group based in Texas, which found a vehicle with an incorrectly modified sticker, prompting the recall.
Unlike typical recalls that are often related to production defects or faulty hardware, this recall is unique in that it involves incorrect load-carrying capacity stickers. When adding accessories or modifications to a vehicle, the weight capacity changes, requiring an updated sticker to reflect the accurate load capacity. Failure to update the sticker could lead to overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
According to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the safety standard FMVSS 110 S10.2 mandates that the amount of weight the load-carrying capacity is reduced by must be accurate within 1 percent of the actual added weight. This ensures that vehicle owners are aware of the correct load capacity to prevent accidents.
Notification letters regarding the recall will be sent to dealerships by August 9, with owners receiving their letters by September 16. These letters will include corrected stickers for each affected model, along with detailed replacement instructions. Toyota will provide free replacements at any dealership for affected owners. Those who are unsure if their vehicle is part of the recall can check the NHTSA recalls website or Toyota’s recall tool for more information.
The recall affects a wide range of Toyota models, including the 2023–2024 BZ4X, 2025 Camry Hybrid, 2024 Corolla, 2023–2024 Corolla Cross Hybrid, 2023–2025 Crown, 2024 4Runner, 2023–2024 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2024 Grand Highlander and Grand Highlander Hybrid, 2023–2024 GR Corolla, 2024 GR86, 2023 GR Supra, 2024 Land Cruiser Hybrid, 2023–2024 Prius and Prius Prime, 2023–2024 Sequoia Hybrid, 2024 Tacoma and Tacoma Hybrid, 2023–2024 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid, and 2023–2024 Venza Hybrid.
In conclusion, Toyota’s recall of 33,848 vehicles due to incorrect load-carrying capacity stickers highlights the importance of accurate information for vehicle safety. Owners should take prompt action upon receiving notification letters to ensure their vehicles are updated with the correct stickers to prevent any potential risks associated with overloading. Toyota’s commitment to addressing this issue and providing free replacements demonstrates their dedication to customer safety and satisfaction.