Recall 17V051 affects 72,847 2016-2017 Toyota Tundra trucks for resin rear bumper brackets that can break. Free repair at any Toyota dealer.
Toyota is recalling 72,847 2016-2017 Tundra trucks equipped with resin rear step bumpers because a corner impact can damage the resin reinforcement bracket without an obvious sign. If someone steps on the damaged bumper corner, part of the bumper can break away and increase injury risk; Toyota dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear step bumper on 2016-2017 Toyota Tundra trucks is the bumper assembly at the back of the truck, with a step surface used for access to the bed. Reinforcement brackets behind it help hold the bumper in position and support the resin bumper structure during normal use.
On included Tundras, the issue is limited to trucks equipped with a resin rear step bumper and resin reinforcement brackets. A hit to the corner of that bumper can damage the resin bracket while leaving little visible damage from the outside. Tundra trucks with a chrome coated steel rear step bumper and steel reinforcement bracket are not included.
There is no warning sign before failure. After a corner impact, the bracket damage is hidden enough that an owner or service shop does not notice it during a normal look at the bumper.
Who's affected?
Both model years involve the same body-structure component.
| 2016 Toyota Tundra | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2017 Toyota Tundra | body structure |
| Units affected | 72,847 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the rear bumper corner is damaged, a person stepping there can cause part of the bumper to break away, increasing injury risk. Avoid using the bumper as a step and schedule the bracket and tread replacement. Repair is free at any franchised Toyota dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Toyota Tundra is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Toyota dealer to schedule the free rear bumper repair that replaces the resin reinforcement brackets with steel brackets and replaces the rear bumper tread.
- Bring the recall notice if Toyota mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V051 when you call.
- Avoid stepping on the rear bumper corners until the repair is complete, especially after any bumper impact.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Toyota technician replaces the resin rear bumper reinforcement brackets with steel brackets and replaces the rear bumper tread covers as part of the same repair. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. If you already paid to fix this bumper bracket condition before the campaign, Toyota's General Reimbursement Plan gives you a path to claim reimbursement. Bring repair paperwork or receipts to the dealer service desk so they can start the reimbursement review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 24, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 24, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| January 24, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 15, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| March 25, 2017 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| April 21, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V051?
Recall 17V051 covers 72,847 2016-2017 Toyota Tundra trucks with resin rear step bumpers and resin reinforcement brackets. After a corner impact, a damaged resin bracket can go unnoticed. Toyota dealers will replace the resin reinforcement brackets with steel ones and replace the rear bumper tread for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Toyota Tundra is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Tundra is included in recall 17V051. If it is, contact a franchised Toyota dealer to schedule the rear bumper bracket and tread repair. Reference Toyota recall number H0C when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires Toyota to repair the defect at no cost. For this recall, a franchised Toyota dealer will replace the resin rear bumper reinforcement brackets with steel ones and replace the rear bumper tread free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is injury from a damaged bumper corner breaking under a person's weight. If the resin bracket was damaged in a corner impact and the damage went unnoticed, part of the bumper can break away when someone steps on that corner.
What if I bought my Toyota Tundra used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included, then call a franchised Toyota dealer and reference recall 17V051 or Toyota recall number H0C.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V051000 |
|---|---|
| Toyota customer service | 1-800-331-4331 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V051 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V051000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation 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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