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💥 Crash risk🩹 Injury riskNHTSA 14V828📅 Dec 30, 2014

2014–2015 Scion FR-S & 2014–2015 Scion XB + 5 more recall: equipment

⚠️ What's wrong

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Scion FRS, and XB vehicles. The affected vehicles may have accessories installed by SET, such as running boards or other items, that were incorrectly installed. The accessory attaching fasteners were not tightened with the proper torque, possibly causing the accessory to detach from the vehicle.

💥 The risk

Accessories that detach from a vehicle may result in a vehicle crash and/or personal injury.

🔧 The fix

SET will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET-14B.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
14V828000
Manufacturer recall #
SET-14B
Manufacturer
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC
Vehicles affected
3,958
Component
EQUIPMENT
Owner phone
1-866-405-4226
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Feb 23, 2015
Built
Jun 1, 2013 – Dec 17, 2014
Recall started by
MFR
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 14V828 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 14V828?

2014–2015 Scion FR-S & 2014–2015 Scion XB + 5 more. 3,958 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Scion dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-866-405-4226.