Toyota (Gb) Corolla and Auris recall: Replacement airbag inflator installed in an incorrect orientation
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Affected vehicles received a recall remedy in which the replacement inflator may have been installed in an incorrect orientation.This may prevent the front passenger air bag from inflating as intended during deployment as designed.
- What to do
- Contact a Toyota (Gb) dealer to book the free repair. Affected vehicles will have the inflator checked and corrected if it is necessary.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Affected vehicles received a recall remedy in which the replacement inflator may have been installed in an incorrect orientation.This may prevent the front passenger air bag from inflating as intended during deployment as designed.
The fix
Affected vehicles will have the inflator checked and corrected if it is necessary.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corolla | 12 Dec 2010 | 4 Oct 2016 | 12,182 |
| Auris | 12 Dec 2010 | 4 Oct 2016 | 12,182 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 31 July 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.