Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota camry. The contact stated that while the vehicle was on cruise control at approximately 77 MPH, when suddenly the vehicle accelerated and began to accelerate forward unintendedly. The vehicle side swept another vehicle hitting the driver side of their vehicle, then, spun off and hit a nearby guardrail on the driver's side of the vehicle as well. The air bags did not deploy. There were no warning lights. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed. The contact stated that no persons were injured. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic to repair damage however the vehicle was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.
2004 Toyota Camry: airbags did not deploy in a crash
40 of the 638 complaints about the 2004 Toyota Camry describe airbags did not deploy in a crash.
- owner complaints
- 40
- of this car's complaints
- 6%
- typical mileage
- 45,000
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 6 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Airbags did not deploy in a crash by model year
What owners say
During a high velocity front end impact, air bags did not deploy. Vehicle was in motion on a street.
Driver in front crash with 4-5 car pile up. Car was on highway 287 and deer was cause. Air bags did not go off. We never got a notice about takata airbags. Speed was somewhere around 45-50 at time because brakes were slammed on to no effect. Crash was unavoidable. Car was totalled.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota camry. While operating the vehicle, the contact depressed the brake pedal and shifted to a lower gear; however, the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated without warning. As a result, the contact crashed into a curb. The air bags did not deploy. No injuries were sustained. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,906.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota camry. While driving approximately 2 MPH and attempting to make a left turn, a truck struck the passenger side of the contact's vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries that required medical attention. The vehicle was damaged and towed to a police impound. The vehicle was not totaled. The vehicle was retrieved by the insurance company. The contact was not sure if the dealer and manufacturer were contacted. Approximately eight months later, while driving approximately 55 MPH, the contact attempted to avoid being struck by another vehicle, lost control, drove across four lanes, and crashed into a ditch. The contact stated that none of the air bags deployed. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries that required medical attention. The vehicle was damaged and was towed to a police impound. The vehicle was retrieved by the insurance company. The dealer was not contacted and the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was not provided. The failure mileage was approximately 25,000.
Tl* the contact owned a 2004 toyota camry. After the contact placed the vehicle in reverse, the vehicle accelerated independently without warning. The vehicle crashed into a fence and a building. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The contact injured her back and upper neck, which required medical attention. The contact's neck injury was diagnosed as an upper sprain. The vehicle was towed to an unknown local dealer where it was deemed destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
I was traveling at a rate of 30 MPH and failed to stop at a traffic light hitting an equinox. My toyota camry airbag did not deploy and I have multiple chest wall injuries from hitting the steering wheel. Both airbags deployed in the equinox.
Tl* the contact owned a 2004 toyota camry. After parking the vehicle, it suddenly accelerated without warning and crashed into a garage. The air bags failed to deploy. The passenger sustained chest contusions, which required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed and deemed destroyed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 54,608. Updated 01/05/17
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota camry. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, another vehicle crashed into the rear end of the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the air bags failed to deploy however, the air bag warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the seat belt failed to retract and caused the contact's pregnant belly to encounter the steering wheel. A police report was filed. The contact and the front seat passenger sustained muscle injuries that required medical attention. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was unavailable.
Vehicle was in motion when another vehicle ran a red light and hit the 2004 camry at the drivers headlight area at about 45 MPH! With this high impact the airbags did not deploy and the drivers seatbelt shoulder strap did not catch! Drivers head hit the windshield and both driver and passenger went to the emergency room! Both received neck and back sprains! Camry is a one owner car with 130,000 miles! Car was towed and damages are being accessed!
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota camry. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle crashed into a pole. The details of the crash were not available. The air bags did not deploy. The contact mentioned that there was significant damage to the vehicle. The driver sustained a fractured sternum, neck and back pain. The passenger suffered a left leg injury and severe soft tissue damage to the upper torso. Medical attention was required for both occupants. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.
Tl* the contact owned a 2004 toyota camry. The contact stated that a semi truck rear ended the contact's vehicle. As a result, the contact's vehicle crashed into another vehicle and the air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed and no injuries were sustained. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 232,000. The VIN was not available.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign
- Revision notice
- Toyota vehicles are equipped with Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS), including various airbags and in...
- Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had...
- Toyota vehicles are equipped with SRS, including various airbags and in some models, seat belt...
- Toyota: information provided for replacing the seat covers for vehicles equipped with side airbags.
Related recalls
Air bags: side/window
- What is wrong
- On certain vehicles equipped with curtain shield air bags (csa), one or both of the curtain air bags may be twisted near the inflator due to improper assembly.
- Risk
- If this occurs, the csa may not deploy rapidly enough when activated in a side impact collision. This may result in failure to provide the intended head protection, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the csas and replace the air bag assembly if necessary. The recall began on august 6, 2004. Owners should contact toyota at 1‑800‑331‑4331.
Recall number 04V346000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2004 Toyota Camry no deployment
Is airbags did not deploy in a crash a common problem on the 2004 Toyota Camry?
40 of 638 owner complaints about the 2004 Toyota Camry (6%) mention airbags did not deploy in a crash. The model year with the most reports is 2007.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2004 Toyota Camry?
There is 1 recall and 6 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2004 Toyota Camry
Sudden acceleration 104Check engine light 33Pulling 28Stalling 25Hesitation 21Airbag light 16Jerking 16ABS 14Steering noise 14Engine failure 13Brake failure 12Knocking 9Fire or smoke 9Loss of power 8Grinding brakes 6Door locks 6Spongy pedal 6Adaptive cruise 5Headlights 5Overheating 5Tire blowout 5
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