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2016 Toyota Tacoma · STRUCTURE

STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS: recall 17V425000

If the hood scoop detaches, it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Covered model years
2011–2016
Evidence level
Official safety recall
Source review date
2026-10-18
Jurisdiction
United States
Record ID
toyota-tacoma-nhtsa-17v425000

What the source says

The documented condition

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner vehicles equipped with accessory hood scoops installed by SET or SET dealers. The adhesive attaching the hood scoop may weaken, allowing the hood scoop to detach from the vehicle.

Consequence identified by NHTSA

If the hood scoop detaches, it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Campaign 17V425000; report received 2017-07-03. Source checked 2026-10-18.

Source component: STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

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Symptoms and vehicle scope

Condition described by NHTSA

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner vehicles equipped with accessory hood scoops installed by SET or SET dealers. The adhesive attaching the hood scoop may weaken, allowing the hood scoop to detach from the vehicle.

    Vehicles and limits

    • NHTSA model names: TACOMA. Model years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016.
    • NHTSA campaign 17V425000
    • The complete campaign lists 3,547 potentially affected units across all listed vehicles.
    • A make, model and year match does not establish VIN eligibility.

    Manufacturer position

    What the official procedure directs

    SET will notify owners, and dealers will mechanically fasten the scoop to the hood, free of charge. The recall began on September 1, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-954-429-2000. SET's number for this recall is SET17B.

    Mileage context

    Safety recall eligibility is based on the VIN and campaign scope, not ordinary warranty mileage. Check the complete VIN even when the vehicle is outside its original warranty.

    Original evidence

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    NHTSA safety recall · 17V425000 · 2017-07-03

    NHTSA campaign 17V425000

    Official component, defect, consequence and remedy; checked 2026-10-18.

    Repair paths and safe checks

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    Official repair pathManufacturer or authorized dealer · Confirm with the dealer

    Official recall remedy

    SET will notify owners, and dealers will mechanically fasten the scoop to the hood, free of charge. The recall began on September 1, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-954-429-2000. SET's number for this recall is SET17B.

    Boundary

    Confirm VIN eligibility and current remedy instructions with the manufacturer.

    Safe owner checkVIN lookup · Before arranging repairs

    Check the complete VIN

    Check the 17-character VIN at NHTSA.gov/recalls and ask the manufacturer whether this campaign remains open for the vehicle.

    Boundary

    The model-year list is not proof that an individual vehicle is affected.

    Record reviewed in the source on 2026-10-18. Confirm the current document and VIN instructions before arranging work.

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