REC-005004

active

2015–2021 Toyota Hilux

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION AUSTRALIA LIMITED

Recall date: 30 November 2021

Defect

Due to poor stiffness of the rear licence plate bracket around the single mounting point, there is a possibility this may lead to cracking as a result of metal fatigue caused by vibration when driving on a rough (corrugated) roads. In this condition, the licence plate lamp wiring may sever, and the licence plate may dislodge from the vehicle.

Hazard

If the rear licence plate bracket becomes detached from the vehicle whilst it is being driven, it would increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to other road users and bystanders.

Remedy

Owners of affected vehicle can contact Toyota and make an appointment at their preferred Toyota dealer for inspection and replacement of the licence plate bracket free of charge.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION AUSTRALIA LIMITED — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-005004