Toyota () Corolla Verso: Airbags May Not Inflate During A Collision

Recall Summary Toyota is recalling 66 vehicles across multiple models (Corolla Verso, Lexus IS250, Lexus IS220d, Prius, RAV4, and Lexus GS300) sold in the United Kingdom due to improperly assembled airbags in the side curtain and knee airbag systems. These airbags may not fully inflate during a collision, which could increase the risk of injury to occupants. The remedy involves replacing the affected airbags.

Recalling firm
TOYOTA (GB) PLC
Product
Vehicles: TOYOTA () COROLLA VERSO, TOYOTA () LEXUS IS250, TOYOTA () PRIUS, TOYOTA () LEXUS IS220d, TOYOTA () RAV4, TOYOTA () LEXUS GS300. Units affected: 66
Reason
Due to improper assembly of the airbag inflator used in the side airbag curtain shield airbag and knee airbag systems the subject airbags may not fully inflate during a collision resulting in an increased risk of injury to the vehicle's occupants. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the subject airbags replaced.
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2006-07-26
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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