A recall notice for Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series MY2016-2018 supplied by Toyota Motor Corporation as vegetation may accumulate around the vehicle’s underbody and exhaust system as a result of driving in dry vegetation environments. If the vegetation is not removed in accordance with maintenance instructions in the Owner Manual, the Diesel Particulate Filter (DFP) system’s periodic regeneration may cause it to combust.
Toyota Motor Corporation - Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series MY2016-2018
PRA No.
2020/18317
Date published
12 May 2020
Campaign number
LGGC0
Product description
Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series (VDJ76, VDJ78, VDJ79)
Model Years 2016-2018
22 971 affected vehicles
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
See attached VIN list
What are the defects?
Vegetation may accumulate around the vehicle’s underbody and exhaust system as a result of driving in dry vegetation environments. If the vegetation is not removed in accordance with maintenance instructions in the Owner Manual, the Diesel Particulate Filter (DFP) system’s periodic regeneration may cause it to combust.
What are the hazards?
If the vegetation combusts, there is a risk of vegetation fire, which may increase the risk of injury to bystanders or damage to property.
What should consumers do?
Toyota Dealers will install modified exhaust system heat shields to parts of the vehicle’s exhaust area and enable the DPF manual regeneration customisation mode, which allows owners to conduct manual regeneration in a safe location prior to entering off-road, dry vegetation environments. In addition, a DPF information booklet will be provided to owners, which provides maintenance information to manage underbody cleanliness. These repairs will be undertaken free of charge.
To find a local dealer, visit https://www.toyota.com.au/find-a-dealer
For further information, consumers should contact the Toyota Recall Assist helpline on 1800 987 366 (Monday to Friday, 8am - 6pm AEST).
Supplier
Traders who sold this product
Authorised Toyota dealers
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Dates available for sale
- 26 October 2016 - 14 February 2020
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications is the responsible regulator for this recall.