NHTSA Recall 17V520000: Equipment
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,121 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Toyota Highlander.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V520000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 17R3 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | August 23, 2017 |
| Owner notification | September 29, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
The roof rails may loosen and possibly detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 17V520000
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.