Toyota (Gb) Hi Lux recall: Wrong driver airbag inflator is fitted
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Affected vehicles may have received the wrong replacement airbag assembly through a previous recall. This replacement air bag may not deploy as intended.
- What to do
- Contact a Toyota (Gb) dealer to book the free repair. Recall affected vehicles remove existing air bag assembly and replace it with the correct version.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Affected vehicles may have received the wrong replacement airbag assembly through a previous recall. This replacement air bag may not deploy as intended.
The fix
Recall affected vehicles remove existing air bag assembly and replace it with the correct version.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hi Lux | 16 Oct 2008 | 17 Aug 2011 | 4,267 |
| Hi Lux | 14 Oct 2008 | 15 Aug 2011 | 4,267 |
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 25 September 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.