Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling certain 2020 Highlander vehicles equipped
— Recall Campaign #20V162000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 Highlander vehicles equipped with a 3.5 L, V6 (2GR-FKS) gasoline engine. Due to an Engine Control Unit (ECU) programming error, fuel may not be correctly supplied to the engine while using the stop and restart feature.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 38,810 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
20V162000
| Manufacturer: | Toyota Motor Corporation |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | March 19, 2020 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 20V162000 |
| Units affected: | 38,810 |
- Description:
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 Highlander vehicles equipped with a 3.5 L, V6 (2GR-FKS) gasoline engine. Due to an Engine Control Unit (ECU) programming error, fuel may not be correctly supplied to the engine while using the stop and restart feature.
- Consequeces:
- Improper fuel supply programming can result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECU, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA06.
- 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.