18V024 – Takata Front Passenger Airbag Inflator – 2009-2013 Toyota Lexus & Scion

January 9, 2018

Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V024

Manufacturer ToyotaeBay logo Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Components AIR BAGS

Potential Number of Units Affected 628,018

 

Summary

ToyotaeBay logo Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (ToyotaeBay logo) is recalling certain 2013 ScioneBay logo xB, ToyotaeBay logo Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Sienna, 4Runner, Lexus IS250, IS350, IS250C, IS350C, IS-F, and GX460 vehicles sold, ever registered, in the states of AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, PR, AS, GU, the MP (Saipan), and the U.S. VI or “Zone A.”

ToyotaeBay logo is also recalling certain 2010 ScioneBay logo xB, ToyotaeBay logo Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Yaris, 4Runner, Lexus IS250, IS350, IS250C, IS350C, ES350, IS-F, GX460, and PontiaceBay logo Vibe vehicles sold, ever registered, in the states of AZ, AR, DE, DC, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, VA, and WV or “Zone B.”

ToyotaeBay logo is also recalling certain 2009 ScioneBay logo xB, ToyotaeBay logo Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Yaris, Lexus IS250, IS350, ES350, IS-F, and PontiaceBay logo Vibe vehicles ever registered in the states of AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY or “Zone C.”

These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

 

Remedy

ToyotaeBay logo will notify the ToyotaeBay logo, ScioneBay logo and Lexus owners. General Motors will contact the PontiaceBay logo owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, or replace the air bag assembly. The recall began on January 29, 2018. Owners may contact ToyotaeBay logo customer service at 1-800-331-4331, or PontiaceBay logo customer service at 1-800-762-2737. ToyotaeBay logo’s numbers for this recall are “Zone A” ToyotaeBay logo: G0P, Lexus: GLG; “Zone B” ToyotaeBay logo: G0R, Lexus GLH; “Zone C” ToyotaeBay logo: H0A, and Lexus: HLA.

 

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

 

Check if your Vehicle has a Recall

 


33 Affected Products

Vehicles

MAKEMODELYEAR
LEXUSES3502009-2010
LEXUSGX4602010, 2013
LEXUSIS 2502009-2010, 2013
LEXUSIS 250C2010, 2013
LEXUSIS 3502009-2010, 2013
LEXUSIS 350C2010, 2013
LEXUSIS F2009-2010, 2013
PONTIACeBay logoVIBE2009-2010
SCIONeBay logoXB2009-2010, 2013
TOYOTAeBay logo4RUNNER2010, 2013
TOYOTAeBay logoCOROLLA2009-2010, 2013
TOYOTAeBay logoCOROLLA MATRIX2009-2010, 2013
TOYOTAeBay logoSIENNA2013
TOYOTAeBay logoYARIS2009-2010

 


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Remedy Instructions and TSB

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Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)

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ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)- Lexus

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Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – UPDATED Dealer Letters and Technical Instructions Now Available on TIS

RCMN-18V024-1603.pdf 91.029KB

 


Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2018-1

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Remedy Instructions and TSB

RCRIT-18V024-6039.pdf 3611.549KB

 


Remedy Instructions and TSB

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Remedy Instructions and TSB

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Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2018-4

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Remedy Instructions and TSB

RCRIT-18V024-5723.pdf 5470.062KB

 


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RCRIT-18V024-9359.pdf 2476.294KB

 


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RCRIT-18V024-2477.pdf 6187.123KB

 


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RCRIT-18V024-6850.pdf 5522.797KB

 


Remedy Instructions and TSB

RCRIT-18V024-9911.pdf 6029.482KB

 


Remedy Instructions and TSB

RCRIT-18V024-2091.pdf 6786.346KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – January 9, 2019 AMENDED DEFECT INFORMATION REPORT (18V024)

RMISC-18V024-5548.pdf 15.386KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Lexus – Updated Dealer Letter 1/9/19

RCMN-18V024-9552.pdf 934.4KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Lexus – Updated Dealer Letter 1/9/19

RCMN-18V024-9133.pdf 929.588KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Lexus Safety Recalls GLG/GLH/HLA (Interim G2G/G2H/H2A)

RCMN-18V024-8691.pdf 200.334KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Updated Dealer Letter 1/9/19

RCMN-18V024-6997.pdf 1699.8KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Lexus – Updated Dealer Letter 1/9/19

RCMN-18V024-0071.pdf 934.829KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Updated Dealer Letter 1/9/19

RCMN-18V024-2221.pdf 2032.074KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Updated Dealer Letter 1/9/19

RCMN-18V024-5011.pdf 1789.972KB

 


Recalls Documents

https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/documentList.xhtml?docId=18V024&docType=RCL

 


1 Associated Investigation

Air Bag Inflator Rupture
NHTSA ID: EA15001
Dated opened: February 24, 2015

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE14-016 in June 2014 based on six inflator rupture incidents involving consumer owned vehicles produced by five vehicle manufacturers. All six vehicles were operated in Florida or Puerto Rico at the time of the rupture and for the majority of their service life, and were equipped with inflators produced by Takata, a tier-one supplier of automotive air bag systems.

During the course of PE14-016, ODI determined that five additional vehicle manufacturers used inflators of a similar design and vintage also supplied by Takata. No evidence of field failures was found in vehicles produced by these five additional manufacturers. Nonetheless, at ODI’s insistence, all 10 vehicle manufacturers initiated a regional recall within approximately two weeks of the opening of the investigation. The regions recalled initially included Florida, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, areas with high absolute humidity and climatic conditions believed to be a significant factor in the inflator ruptures. As part of the recall actions, inflators removed from remedied vehicles are to be returned to Takata for testing.

Takata’s initial test results on passenger inflators from remedied vehicles indicated a much higher than anticipated rupture frequency for inflators returned from Florida. Accordingly ODI requested all 10 manufacturers expand the regional recalls for passenger inflators to include other geographic areas where high absolute humidity conditions exist, including the Gulf States and other coastal areas. Takata’s testing of the passenger inflators to date continues to indicate this geographic area as having the highest risk, with no ruptures occurring from inflators returned from outside the expanded recall regions. During PE14-016 four additional passenger inflator field events occurred, all in vehicles from the same expanded geographic region.

Also during PE14-016 four additional driver inflator field events occurred including two in vehicles from regions not known for high absolute humidity, specifically California and North Carolina. Accordingly, ODI requested all five of the affected vehicle manufacturers currently using the subject Takata driver inflators expand to nationwide recalls. Significantly, neither of the affected vehicle manufacturers or Takata provided any explanation to account for these two driver air bag inflator ruptures outside the area of high absolute humidity. Takata testing of returned driver inflators indicates a lower rupture frequency as compared to passenger inflator testing. All test ruptures reported by Takata to date have occurred on inflators returned from high absolute humidity areas.

The investigation now includes all manufacturers and vehicles known to be affected at this time. ODI’s investigation will focus on, among other things, root cause analysis, other potential defect consequences, identification of affected vehicles scope, and adequacy of the remedy.

The five ODI reports cited above can be reviewed online at https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchNHTSAID under the following identification numbers: 10537899, 10568848, 10585224, 10605877, 10651492

 


 

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  • PREPS FOR CONDITIONING – This Chemical Guys interior cleaner for cars and leather furniture cleaner is the perfect first step before applying a leather conditioner or protectant to maintain durability, suppleness, and appearance
  • EASY TO USE – Spray directly on leather, as a leather car seat cleaner, or onto a microfiber applicator, gently scrub with a soft brush, and wipe clean for refreshed, clean leather
SaleBestseller No. 2
Leather Honey Leather Cleaner: Non-Toxic Leather Care Made in the USA Since 1968. Deep Cleans Leather, Faux & Vinyl - Couches, Car Seats, Purses, Tack, Shoes & Bags. Safe Any Colors & White Leather
  • NON TOXIC, GENTLE CLEANER: Our proven, rejuvenating formula is a powerful, fragrance-free cleaner ideal for all your leather goods (except suede). EPA Safer Choice certified
  • CLEAN ALL TYPES OF LEATHER: Quickly and gently removes dirt, oil, tough stains and grime from car seats, truck seats, upholstery, furniture, handbags, purses, shoes, accessories, saddles, and tack. Effectively cleans leather of all colors, including white leather. Safe for exotic leather, faux, vinyl
  • SAFE FOR YOU, SAFE FOR LEATHER: Made with non-toxic, high-quality ingredients that makes your leather last longer. Safe for people, pets & your leather
  • TEST & APPLY: Apply leather cleaner with a lint-free cloth. No need to scrub or rub — simply wipe down and allow it to dry. Spot test on each leather item first. Not for use on suede
  • AMERICAN MADE SINCE 1968: Our premium leather care formulas have had a cult following among leather experts, retailers and high-end car and furniture makers and enthusiasts for over 50 years.
SaleBestseller No. 3
Weiman Leather Cleaner & Conditioner - Cleans, Restores & Protects Leather, UV Protection Prevent Cracking & Fading, Auto, Sofas, Shoes, Bags & All Finished Leather Surfaces, 1 Pack, 12 Fl Oz
  • Cleaning & conditioning: Powerful leather cleaner and conditioner that removes dirt, oils, grime, and residue while restoring natural suppleness and improving the look and feel of leather furniture, car seats, couches, sofas, jackets, handbags, shoes, saddles, and tack. This cleaning leather treatment nourishes and revitalizes finished leather surfaces, helping maintain softness and long‑lasting protection.
  • UV protection to prevent cracking: Provides advanced UV protection for leather, helping prevent fading, drying, discoloration, and cracking caused by sunlight exposure. This leather protector shields car leather seats, leather furniture, couches, and handbags to maintain long‑lasting color and durability.
  • Works on all finished leather: Safe and effective on all finished leather surfaces, including car interiors, leather couches, sofas, recliners, office chairs, jackets, handbags, boots, shoes, baseball mitt, horse tack, and accessories. Also suitable as a faux leather cleaner and conditioner, making it a versatile solution for home and automotive leather care.
  • No sticky residue: Leaves no greasy residue, making it ideal for leather restoration, leather maintenance, and routine conditioning.
  • Premium Leather Care: Trusted by millions for high‑quality leather cleaning and conditioning, Weiman delivers professional‑grade results for car leather care, leather furniture maintenance, and everyday leather restoration. A top choice for customers seeking a reliable, long‑lasting leather care solution backed by decades of expertise.
Bestseller No. 4
Chemical Guys Leather Cleaner and Conditioner Kit - Car Cleaner and Conditioner, Safely Cleans & Conditions Leather Car Interiors, Furniture, Shoes, Boots, Bags, Apparel & More, 2 Bottles (16 oz Each)
  • COMPLETE LEATHER CARE KIT (SPI_109_16) - This Chemical Guys kit includes Cleaner and Conditioner, two 16 oz bottles that work together to clean, restore, and protect leather in cars, homes, and more
  • CLEANS AND CONDITIONS - Chemical Guys interior cleaner for leather that lifts dirt and grime while the Conditioner nourishes and restores leather suppleness, leaving interior surfaces soft, smooth, refreshed
  • VERSATILE USE - This car leather cleaner and conditioner kit is designed for automotive interiors and equally effective on leather furniture, apparel, shoes, boots, jackets, handbags, and other everyday leather goods
  • SAFE & EFFECTIVE CAR LEATHER CONDITIONER AND CLEANER- pH-balanced formulas are safe for all natural, synthetic, and sealed leathers; gentle cleaning power helps prevent cracks, fading, and drying while preserving the original finish
  • EASY TWO-STEP SYSTEM - Use this Leather Cleaner for car interiors to remove embedded dirt, then apply Leather Conditioner to hydrate and protect; achieve professional results at home or in your garage
SaleBestseller No. 5
Meguiar's Gold Class Rich Leather Cleaner and Conditioner 3-in-1 Spray, Non-Greasy Car Leather Cleaner and Conditioner Treatment with Advanced UV Protection, 15.2 Oz Spray Bottle
  • ALL-IN-ONE LEATHER TREATMENT: Elevate your car leather care routine with Meguiar's Gold Class Rich Leather Cleaner and Conditioning Spray. It combines cleaning, conditioning, and protection into one convenient step.
  • GENTLE YET EFFECTIVE CLEANING: This 3-in-1 leather car seat cleaner safely and effectively removes dirt, grime, and impurities using a gentle interior car cleaning formula that’s tough on dirt but gentle enough to be used on a regular basis.
  • ADVANCED UV PROTECTION: The built-in UV protection of our car leather conditioner helps to slow down premature aging, drying, cracking, and fading caused by the sun, ensuring that your leather maintains its original luster for years to come.
  • NOURISHMENT FOR SOFT, SUPPLE LEATHER: Enriched with premium leather conditioners and aloe, this remarkable auto leather cleaner and conditioner provides essential nourishment to your leather, helping to restore and preserve its natural suppleness.
  • NON-GREASY FORMULA WITH NO RESIDUE: This car leather seat cleaner and conditioner spray features a non-greasy formula that both cleans and protects your leather without leaving behind any unsightly white residue.

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