NHTSA Recall # | 41351 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 04V346000 |
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Manufacturer | TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. |
Supplier | TOYOTA |
Brand | TOYOTA |
Model | CAMRY |
Model Year | 2004 |
Component | AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW |
Date of notification | 06/08/04 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 22/10/01 |
End date of manufacturing | 10/02/04 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 13/07/04 |
Report created | 19/07/04 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 128316 |
Defect summary | On certain vehicles equipped with curtain shield air bags (csa), one or both of the curtain air bags may be twisted near the inflator due to improper assembly. |
Consequence summary | If this occurs, the csa may not deploy rapidly enough when activated in a side impact collision. This may result in failure to provide the intended head protection, increasing the risk of injury. |
Corrective action | Dealers will inspect the csas and replace the air bag assembly if necessary. The recall began on august 6, 2004. Owners should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331. |
Recall notes | Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). |