Tire pressure monitoring systems/fmvss 138
Defect Summary
Southeast toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 tundra vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 138, "tire pressure monitoring systems." the tpms on some vehicles may not have been properly calibrated and as a result the low tire pressure warning lamp may not illuminate should the inflation pressure in one or more of the vehicle's tires fall below the threshold for when the low tire pressure warning lamp should illuminate.
Safety Consequence
Drivers will not receive a warning from the tire pressure monitor that one or more tires are underinflated, increasing the risk that the vehicle will be driven with one or more underinflated tires, increasing the risk of a tire failure that may lead to a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will recalibrate the tire pressure monitoring system in accordance with the regulation free of charge. the safety recall began during july 2011. owners may contact southeast toyota customer assistance center toll free at 1-800-301-6859, monday through friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, eastern standard time.
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FAQ: Recall 11V278000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11V278000?
NHTSA recall 11V278000 was issued by Southeast Toyota Distributors, Llc on May 12, 2011. It addresses: Tire pressure monitoring systems/fmvss 138. The recall affects approximately 1,629 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Southeast Toyota Distributors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V278000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.