Your vehicle's front passenger seat occupant sensing system is like a special sensor that checks if someone is sitting in the passenger seat. If it's not properly adjusted, it might not work right.
Risk if Unfixed
If the sensor isn't working correctly, the airbags in front of your passenger might not deploy when they should, or might deploy too early. This could lead to serious injury in a crash.
Free Fix
Your Toyota dealer will test the sensor and adjust it so it works properly, free of charge. You'll get a notification when the repair is ready, and you should schedule it promptly.
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Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model year 2010-2013 model year Corolla, Sienna and Tundra; model year 2009-2013 Highlander and Venza; model year 2012 Prius V; and model year 2010-2012 Sequoia. During modification by SET to include accessories such as leather seat covers, seat heaters or headrest DVD systems, these vehicles may not have had the passenger seat occupant sensing system calibration tested. Without passing the calibration test, the occupant sensing system may not operate as designed.
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If the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration, the front passenger airbags may not deploy or they may deploy inappropriately for the passenger's size and position. This could increase the risk of personal injury during the event of a vehicle crash necessitating airbag deployment.
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Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall began on March 21, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.
The seat heater in your vehicle is the part that warms your seat on cold days. It's made up of a thin copper strand that carries electricity to warm the seat cushion. In some cases, this strand can break when you sit on the seat, causing a short circuit.
Risk if Unfixed
If the copper strand breaks, it could cause a fire in your vehicle. This is a serious risk, especially when you're driving or parked in a confined space.
Free Fix
Your dealer will disconnect the seat heater, free of charge, and give you a full refund for the accessory. This repair is complimentary, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 Corolla vehicles equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters with a copper strand heating element. The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET number for this recall is SET16B.
The seat heater in your vehicle is a system that warms or cools your seat. In certain models, the seat cushion can compress the heater wiring, causing damage.
Risk if Unfixed
If the wiring gets damaged, it could short circuit and cause your seat to catch fire, posing a risk of serious injury to you while driving or riding in the vehicle.
Free Fix
Your dealer will disconnect the faulty seat heaters to prevent any potential issues, and refund the cost of the seat heater accessory - at no charge to you. You'll receive a notification with instructions on when and where to schedule the repair.
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Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, Camry, Highlander, Tundra 4x2 and 4x4, and 2007-2011 Rav4 and 4Runner. The affected vehicles may experience compression of the seat cushion which may damage the seat heater wiring.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Damage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing the risk of the seat burning and causing personal injury to the occupant.
Original — Remedy
SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the heaters with copper strand heating elements and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory, free of charge. The recall is expected to began in January 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
Your vehicle's load-carrying capacity labels, which tell you how much weight your tires can handle, might be missing. This is a requirement for your safety on the road.
Risk if Unfixed
If your vehicle's weight-carrying capacity isn't clearly marked, you might not know how much weight you're safely carrying, which could lead to tire failure or a rollover accident.
Free Fix
Your dealer will mail you the correct labels or install them for free. They'll also update your owner's manual. This service is complimentary, and you should take advantage of it to ensure your safety on the road.
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GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.
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THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.
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DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. DEALERS WILL ALSO CORRECT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GULF STATES TOYOTA AT 713-580-3300.
Your vehicle is missing a label that shows the maximum weight your vehicle can safely carry. This label is required by law, and it's an important safety feature.
Risk if Unfixed
If you overload your vehicle without this label, you could drive a heavier load than your vehicle is designed to handle, which increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will send you the correct label or you can have it installed for free. You can also contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859 to get more information.
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SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.
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A DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SOUTHEAST TOYOTA AT 1-800-301-6859.
The accelerator pedal in your vehicle is the part you push with your foot to control the speed. It's possible for the pedal to get stuck in the wide open position if the driver's floor mat isn't properly secured or is incompatible.
Risk if Unfixed
If the accelerator pedal gets stuck, your vehicle could speed up uncontrollably and become difficult to stop, which could cause a crash, serious injury, or even death.
Free Fix
Your Toyota or Lexus dealer will modify or replace the accelerator pedal and replace the all-weather floor mat, all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2011 LEXUS LX570, 2003 THROUGH 2009 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, AND 2006 THROUGH 2010 RAV4 VEHICLES. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL CAN GET STUCK IN THE WIDE OPEN POSITION DUE TO ITS BEING TRAPPED BY AN UNSECURED OR INCOMPATIBLE DRIVER'S FLOOR MAT.
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A STUCK OPEN ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY RESULT IN VERY HIGH VEHICLE SPEEDS AND MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO STOP THE VEHICLE, WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH, SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
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THE REMEDY IS NOW AVAILABLE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN EARLY APRIL 2011. THE REMEDY WILL INVOLVE MODIFICATION OR REPLACEMENT OF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND REPLACEMENT OF ANY TOYOTA ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MAT. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331 OR LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.
