NHTSA Recall 16V228000: Labels (equipment)
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 844 vehicles. It affects 2015–2016 Toyota 4Runner.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V228000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 16R2 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | April 20, 2016 |
| Owner notification | June 1, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Toyota 4Runner vehicles manufactured September 22, 2014, to March 23, 2016 and equipped with accessories installed by Gulf States. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."
Safety risk
An incorrect label may result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will install an accurate label, free of charge. The recall began on June 1, 2016. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Gulf States' number for this recall is 16R2.
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 covered by recall 16V228000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.