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2005-2009 Toyota Tacoma recall: frontal

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing reported this safety recall on March 7, 2012. It covers about 495,470 vehicles.

vehicles affected
495,470
reported
Mar 7, 2012
owners notified
Aug 3, 2012
related complaints
208

Air bags: frontal

What is wrong
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 tacoma vehicles, manufactured from september 14, 2004, through august 29, 2008. Over time, steering wheel vibration may damage the spiral cable assembly (clockspring) that powers the driver’s air bag module. If damage occurs, the air bag warning lamp will illuminate and the air bag may become deactivated.
Risk
In the event of a crash, the driver’s side air bag may not deploy, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spiral cable assembly, free of charge. An interim letter is expected to be mailed to owners during april 2012. Owners may contact toyota at 1‑800‑331‑4331.

Recall number 12V092000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 208 complaints about airbags problems.

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Questions about recall 12V092000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2009 Toyota Tacoma frontal?

Yes. Recall 12V092000, reported on March 7, 2012, covers about 495,470 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V092000?

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spiral cable assembly, free of charge. An interim letter is expected to be mailed to owners during april 2012. Owners may contact toyota at 1‑800‑331‑4331.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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