Toyota Recalls 43,000 Sequoia Hybrids for Risk Involving Tow Hitch Covers

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing recalled 43,395 2023-2024 Sequoia Hybrid vehicles with a tow hitch cover on the rear bumper. The reason is that the hitch cover may separate from the vehicle while driving.

According to the recall report, the Toyota cars in question are “equipped with a resin tow hitch cover held in place by molded clips to the rear bumper. Due to the design of the attachment structure between the tow hitch cover and bumper, there may be insufficient retention of the cover. Thus, the hitch cover may separate from the vehicle while driving, and be perceived as a road hazard, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.”

As of Aug. 20, 2024, the affected vehicles have been the subject of 15 technical reports and more than 1,000 warranty claims concerning the tow hitch cover. Dealers will provide a free replacement of the tow hitch cover and make modifications to the rear bumper. Notification letters to vehicle owners are expected to be sent out on Oct. 5, 2024.

Toyota recalls 43,000 Sequoia Hybrids due to potential tow hitch issue
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Toyota’s numbers for this recall of Sequoia Hybrids are 24TB10 and 24TA10. Owners can contact Toyota customer service with any questions at 1-800-331-4331.

The New York Post reports that in June, Toyota recalled more than 100,000 pickup trucks and Lexus cars over concerns manufacturing debris might have been left in the engines during production. Additionally, the company recalled more than 380,000 trucks back in March over a brake issue that could raise the possibility of a crash.

Toyota said in a notice regarding the March recall, “Welding debris left on the ends of the rear axle assembly during manufacturing could cause certain retaining nuts to loosen over time and eventually fall off, potentially causing a part to separate from the axle. If separation occurs, this can affect vehicle stability and brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.” Affected Toyota customers should have been notified by April 2024.

To find out if your vehicle has any current recalls, visit the NHTSA’s website and type in your vehicle identification number (VIN). The service also reports recalls of tires, children’s car seats, and other equipment. Your vehicle likely has no open incidents if a recall does not appear.