The problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Sequoia Hybrid vehicles equipped with a tow hitch cover attached to the rear bumper. The tow hitch cover may come loose from the bumper and detach from the vehicle.
The risk
A tow hitch cover that detaches can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the tow hitch cover and modify the rear bumper, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 7, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB10 and 24TA10.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 24V-640 (24V640000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 24TB10 / 24TA10 |
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Component | Trailer hitches |
| Report date | August 26, 2024 |
| Owners notified | April 7, 2025 |
| Vehicles affected | 43,395 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the equipment & accessories
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 24V-640 repair free?
Yes. Toyota dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the tow hitch cover and modify the rear bumper, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 7, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB10 and 24TA10.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 43,395 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.