Torrance, CA — June 24, 2016 — A recall first initiated in April concerns almost ninety-five Toyota light vehicles. According to an official report from the NHTSA, affected vehicles could carry the wrong load capacity information, a problem with serious potential consequences.
Vehicles with inaccurate load labels risk misleading consumers as to how much they can carry. Too much weight onboard will strain a vehicle’s capacity and make it more likely to crash. This issue also represents a noncompliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 S10.
The report said that the problem came from a miscommunication. Owners will be able to perform the remedy themselves by placing a correct, vehicle-specific label.
You can learn more about Toyota recalls by reading our blog. Check out our April 6 story on a stability issue that affect multiple vehicle brands.
