Rear step bumper may break after damage to bracket
Defect Summary
Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 tundra vehicles equipped with a resin rear step bumper and resin reinforcement brackets (vehicles with chrome step bumpers are not affected). in the event of an impact to the corner of the bumper, the resin bracket may be damaged but not be noticed.
Safety Consequence
If a person steps on the corner of the bumper that is damaged, a portion of the bumper may break away, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the resin rear bumper reinforcement brackets with steel ones, and replace the rear bumper tread, free of charge. the recall began on may 21, 2017. owners may contact toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. toyota's number for this recall is h0c.
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FAQ: Recall 17V051000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V051000?
NHTSA recall 17V051000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on January 24, 2017. It addresses: Rear step bumper may break after damage to bracket. The recall affects approximately 72,847 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V051000 or the manufacturer campaign number H0C. 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.