Toyota Proace Recall R/2017/230: Risk Of Fire, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 14 Aug 2017
- Launched
- 75
- vehicles in the UK
- GGG63
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Toyota recalled Proace vehicles built between 28 June 2016 and 23 September 2016. The relay linked to the electrical circuit of the starter is out of specification. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and replace the starter relay. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The relay linked to the electrical circuit of the starter is out of specification. As such the relay might be blocked in a closed position. If this occurs there is a risk of the starter overheating and a theoretical risk of fire. Also if left in gear the vehicle could also start to move.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: RISK OF FIRE Defect: There is a possibility that the relay linked to the electrical circuit of the starter is out of specification. As such the relay might be blocked in a closed position. If this occurs there is a risk of the starter overheating and a theoretical risk of fire. Also if left in gear the vehicle could also start to move. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the starter relay.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: risk of fire.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and replace the starter relay.
Are You Affected?
Proace built between 28 June 2016 and 23 September 2016 may be included. Toyota estimates 75 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 GGG63 or the DVSA reference R/2017/230. 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/2017/206 on 14 Aug 2017, for air conditioning compressor may detach. The one launched after it was R/2017/234 on 25 Sep 2017, for wrong driver airbag inflator is fitted. You can also see every Toyota recall, all recalls launched in 2017 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2017/230, launched 14 August 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.