Another Toyota Recall

Toyota airbags have failed to deploy appropriately, causing unnecessary injuries.

Finally, after 4 years, Toyota will correct the problem.

Will I have to wait 4 years for Toyota to correct the brake failure? How many people will die waiting?

NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	13V014
Manufacturer :	Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC
Make / Model Years :	TOYOTA / 2009-2013
Subject :	Occupant Sensing System Calibration

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Manufacturer: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC

SUMMARY:

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model year 2010-2013 model year Corolla, Sienna and Tundra; model year 2009-2013 Highlander and Venza; model year 2012 Prius V; and model year 2010-2012 Sequoia. During modification by SET to include accessories such as leather seat covers, seat heaters or headrest DVD systems, these vehicles may not have had the passenger seat occupant sensing system calibration tested. Without passing the calibration test, the occupant sensing system may not operate as designed.

CONSEQUENCE:

If the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration, the front passenger airbags may not deploy or they may deploy inappropriately for the passenger's size and position. This could increase the risk of personal injury during the event of a vehicle crash necessitating airbag deployment.

REMEDY:

Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall is expected to begin during January 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.

 

RECALL Subject : Occupant Sensing System Calibration

 

Report Receipt Date: JAN 16, 2013
NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V014000
Component(s): AIR BAGS , SEATS
Potential Number of Units Affected: 3,235