Toyota (Gb) recall: Front passenger air bag inflators containing degraded propellant may result in an inflator rupture
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Passenger air bag may cause injury if activated.
- What to do
- Contact a Toyota (Gb) dealer to book the free repair. Replace affected air bag assembly.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Passenger air bag may cause injury if activated.
The fix
Replace affected air bag assembly.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yaris | 24 Jan 2001 | 4 Nov 2004 | 99,588 |
| Avensis | 28 Jan 2003 | 21 Apr 2006 | 99,588 |
| Avensis Verso | 16 May 2001 | 28 Jul 2005 | 99,588 |
| Corolla | 29 Aug 2000 | 1 Feb 2007 | 99,588 |
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 17 December 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.