| Issue ID | 1496371 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11128343 |
| Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Brand | TOYOTA |
| Model | YARIS |
| Model Year | 2009 |
| File date | 25/09/17 |
| Component | AIR BAGS |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Initially the dealer did not have the recall item(s) in stock. Eventually the dealer received partial parts and other part was backordered. Finally, i was told the parts were in to bring my vehicle in for the recall work. The work was completed, however, as soon as i returned home the airbag panel on the driver side detached from the area covering the airbag assembly. I took the vehicle back to the dealer immediately and they attempted to connect the panel. I have taken the vehicle back to them on two occasions for the same issue and each time they have attempted to push the panel back in place. The panel is now hanging again exposing the airbag assembly on the driver's side. I'm afraid the airbag may deploy with the parts being exposed. I think the dealer broke something that keeps the panel in place and is not doing what really needs to be done to assure my safety... I don't know what else to do about this other than contacting you guys and perhaps the toyota zone office. What is your suggestion? I have been pushing it back in place often myself since that time and now it just will not stay in place. |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | ATLANTA, GA |
| VIN pattern | JTDBT903991XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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