Recall 16V236 covers 94 2016 Toyota and Scion vehicles for incorrect load-carrying-capacity labels. Corrected label is free at franchised Toyota dealers.
Toyota is recalling 94 2016 4RUNNER, Land Cruiser, Yaris, Im, Tc, RAV4, and Fr-S vehicles because the load carrying capacity modification label lists the wrong added accessory weight. An incorrect label can lead to overloading and increase crash risk, and Toyota dealers will correct the label free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The load carrying capacity modification label tells an owner how much weight the vehicle can carry after installed accessories are added. On the 2016 Toyota 4RUNNER, Land Cruiser, Yaris, Im, Tc, RAV4, and Fr-S vehicles in recall 16V236, that label is part of the tire and loading information owners use before carrying people, cargo, or accessories.
The problem is the label calculation. Southeast Toyota excluded the weight of certain factory standard accessories when it calculated the added weight for accessorized vehicles. That left some labels inaccurate, so the stated load carrying capacity does not match the vehicle as equipped and the vehicle does not meet the tire selection and rim loading standard.
This is a label defect, not a broken tire or suspension part. There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is that an owner can follow the printed loading information and still rely on a capacity figure that is wrong for that specific vehicle.
Who's affected?
The scope spans Toyota SUVs and cars plus Scion cars, with tire information and vehicle-labeling components listed for each model.
| 2016 Toyota 4RUNNER | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2016 Toyota 4RUNNER | tire |
| 2016 Toyota Land Cruiser | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2016 Toyota Land Cruiser | tire |
| 2016 Toyota Yaris | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2016 Toyota Yaris | tire |
| 2016 Scion Im | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2016 Scion Im | tire |
| 2016 Scion Tc | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2016 Scion Tc | tire |
| 2016 Toyota RAV4 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2016 Toyota RAV4 | tire |
| 2016 Scion Fr-S | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2016 Scion Fr-S | tire |
| Units affected | 94 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
An incorrect load label can lead an owner to overload the vehicle, which increases the risk of a crash. The concern is the label, so there is no warning sign before the vehicle is loaded beyond its actual limit. Repair is free at any franchised Toyota dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Toyota 4RUNNER, Land Cruiser, Yaris, RAV4, or Scion Im, Tc, or Fr-S is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Toyota dealer to schedule the free corrected-label installation that shows the proper added accessory weight.
- Bring the recall notice if Toyota has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V236 and SET recall SET16A when you call.
- Avoid overloading the vehicle until the label is fixed, especially when carrying passengers, cargo, or dealer-installed accessories.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Toyota technician installs a corrected Load Carrying Capacity Modification label over the inaccurate label. The corrected label is provided free of charge, and parts and labor are covered under the recall. If you already paid for a related label correction before the recall notice, Toyota has a general reimbursement plan on file for documented expenses. Contact Toyota customer service or ask the dealer service desk how to submit prior repair paperwork for review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 21, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| April 22, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
| April 22, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 3, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 3, 2016 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| June 3, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V236?
Recall 16V236 covers 94 2016 Toyota 4RUNNER, Land Cruiser, Yaris, RAV4, Im, Tc, and Fr-S vehicles with an incorrect load carrying capacity modification label. The wrong label can lead to overloading, increasing crash risk. Toyota provides the corrected label for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Toyota 4RUNNER, Land Cruiser, Yaris, RAV4, Im, Tc, or Fr-S is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 16V236. If it is, contact Toyota customer service at 1-866-405-4226 or a franchised Toyota dealer and ask for recall SET16A. The corrected load carrying capacity label is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to correct the defect at no cost, and Toyota provides the corrected load carrying capacity label free of charge. The label replaces the inaccurate accessory-weight information so the vehicle is not loaded beyond its proper capacity.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is vehicle overloading. If the load carrying capacity label shows the wrong added accessory weight, an owner can load more weight than the vehicle is rated to carry. That increases the risk of a crash. The fix is the corrected label.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free recall still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2016 Toyota is included, then reference recall 16V236 or Toyota recall SET16A when you contact the dealer or Toyota customer service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V236000 |
|---|---|
| Toyota customer service | 1-866-405-4226 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V236 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V236000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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