Toyota Proace Recall R/2017/031: Fuel May Leak If Vehicle Rolls Over, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 20 Mar 2017
- Launched
- 92
- vehicles in the UK
- 17SMD-001 (1)
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Toyota recalled Proace vehicles built between 3 March 2016 and 20 December 2016. The seal between the fuel cap and fuel tank filler neck may not be installed correctly. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and remove and re-install the seal or install a new seal in case one is missing. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The seal between the fuel cap and fuel tank filler neck may not be installed correctly. As a result there is a risk of fuel leakage during driving or in case of vehicle rollover. This is a non-compliance to regulation for rollover protection.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FUEL MAY LEAK IF VEHICLE ROLLS OVER Defect: The seal between the fuel cap and fuel tank filler neck may not be installed correctly. As a result there is a risk of fuel leakage during driving or in case of vehicle rollover. This is a non-compliance to regulation for rollover protection. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and remove and re-install the seal or install a new seal in case one is missing.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: fuel may leak if vehicle rolls over.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and remove and re-install the seal or install a new seal in case one is missing.
Are You Affected?
Proace built between 3 March 2016 and 20 December 2016 may be included. Toyota estimates 92 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Toyota, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Toyota.
- Book with any franchised Toyota dealer, quoting the campaign code 17SMD-001 (1) or the DVSA reference R/2017/031. See how to get a Toyota recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proace, Proace CityWater pump replacement on certain Toyota Proace and Proace City | Urgent | R/2026/200 | |
| Proace, Proace CityPotential defect of fuel supply rail on certain Toyota Proace and Proace City | Urgent | R/2026/017 | |
| Proace, Proace City, Proace City EV, Proace City Verso EV and 2 moreIn-Vehicle Infotainment ECU software update via OTA on certain Toyota Proace and Proace City | Low | R/2025/552 | |
| Proace, Proace VersoEngine control unit reprogramming due to IUPR calculation problem on certain Toyota Proace and Proace Verso models | Low | R/2025/489 | |
| ProaceFaulty rear brake discs concern on certain Toyota Proace | Urgent | R/2025/402 |
This is one of 250 Toyota recalls in DVSA’s data. The Toyota recall launched before it was R/2017/028 on 20 Mar 2017, for unexpected airbag deployment. The one launched after it was R/2017/032 on 20 Mar 2017, for front shock absorber may fail. You can also see every Toyota recall, all recalls launched in 2017 and fuel leak recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2017/031, launched 20 March 2017. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.