Toyota () Proace: Unexpected Airbag Deployment

Recall Summary Toyota is recalling 682 Proace vehicles in the United Kingdom because water could potentially enter the cabin through gaps in the panels between the cabin and engine compartment. If water reaches the airbag module and other electrical components, it could cause the airbags to deploy unexpectedly. Toyota will apply sealant to close these gaps in the affected vehicles.

Recalling firm

TOYOTA (GB) PLC

Product

Vehicles: TOYOTA () PROACE. Units affected: 682

Reason

There is a possibility that water could enter the cabin through the panels separating the cabin and the engine compartment. If this occurs water could reach and affect some electrical components such as the airbag module and possibly cause unexpected airbag deployment. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and apply sealant to close the gap between the affected body panels.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2017-03-20

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/c814582b-5930-4538-a60e-11499c117a14