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Toyota Highlander Front Bumper Cover May Detach
medium How serious is it? About this label
A bumper cover that comes loose or falls off can become a hazard on the road, increasing the chance of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.
Key facts
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V720000 |
|---|---|
| Reported to NHTSA | Oct 26, 2023 |
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing |
| Part affected | Structure:body:bumpers |
| Vehicles covered | 8 model/year combinations, model years 2020–2023 |
| Do-not-drive advisory | No |
| Park-outside advisory | No |
| Repair | Free at any franchised dealer |
What's wrong, in plain English
Toyota is recalling certain Highlander and Highlander Hybrid SUVs. During normal driving, a minor impact to the front lower bumper cover may cause the cover to come loose or fall off the vehicle. This means something as small as a light bump could leave the front bumper cover hanging or detached from the car while it's on the road.
What you should do
2. Contact a Toyota dealer (1-800-331-4331) to schedule the repair.
3. The repair is free of charge.
Where do I find my VIN, and what do I tell the dealer?
Your VIN is the 17-character code on the lower left of the windshield, on your registration and usually on your insurance card. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether this recall is still open on your car. When you call the dealer, say you have an open safety recall and give them NHTSA campaign number 23V720000. More in how recalls work.
Affected vehicles (8)
Who to contact
Toyota — official Toyota recall lookup
Customer service: 1-800-331-4331
The bigger picture
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Official notice
- Component
- STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
- Summary
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Highlander & Highlander Hybrid vehicles. During normal vehicle operation, minor impact to the front lower bumper cover may result in the cover coming loose or detaching.
- Safety risk
- A detached front bumper cover can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will repair or replace the upper and lower front bumper covers as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 22, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB12/23TA12.
Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.