Recall 12V120000: 2012 Toyota 4RUNNER and 1 other model
- Report received
- Mar 23, 2012
- Manufacturer
- Gulf states toyota, inc.
- Potentially affected
- 363vehicles
- Model years
- 2012
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Gulf states toyota is recalling certain model year 2012 4runner and sienna vehicles, equipped with non-original equipment remote engine starters. A malfunction in the audiovox electronics brand remote engine starter module can prevent normal communication of the vehicles controller area network (can).
Possible consequence
If this condition occurs, antilock braking and stability control may be lost, increasing the risk of a crash. Drivers should receive dashboard warning lights warning them of a malfunction.
Remedy
Gulf states toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the remote engine starter with a new one free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about june 4, 2012. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-444-1074.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2012 Toyota 4RUNNER96 complaints
- 2012 Toyota Sienna247 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.