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2008 TOYOTA Yaris

10 recalls Risk Grade: B+ Most severe issue: High Priority

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Known Safety Recalls

High Priority #19V741000 Plain English
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AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
What Happened
The airbag inflator in your vehicle is a crucial safety component that deploys in a crash to cushion your body. In certain Toyota and Lexus models from 2002-2017, this inflator may have been replaced before, but it could still fail due to long-term exposure to high humidity and temperature.
Risk if Unfixed
If the inflator explodes, it could send sharp metal fragments flying towards you and your passengers, causing serious injury or even death. This is a life-threatening situation, and you must take immediate action to address it.
Free Fix
Toyota and Lexus will repair your vehicle at no cost to you. Depending on your model, your dealer will replace the faulty airbag inflator, airbag assembly, or sub-assembly. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible, and you'll be notified by the manufacturer.
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Original — What Happened
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2016 4Runner, 2003-2006 Tundra, 2003-2013 Corolla, 2009-2010 Corolla Matrix, 2004-2005 RAV4, 2002-2007 Sequoia, 2011-2013 Sienna, 2008-2012 Scion xB, 2008-2009 Lexus IS-F, 2007-2012 Yaris and Lexus ES350, 2010-2017 Lexus GX460, 2002-2010 Lexus SC430, 2006-2012 Lexus IS250 and IS350 and 2010-2015 Lexus IS250C and IS350C vehicles. These vehicles had their driver or passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design. The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front driver inflator, front passenger airbag inflator, the airbag assembly, or the front passenger airbag sub-assembly and inflator. The recall began November 20, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J0A, J0B, and J0C. Lexus' numbers for this recall are JLI, JLJ, and JLK.
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High Priority #17V006000 Plain English
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AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
What Happened
The airbag inflator in your passenger side is a critical safety component that deploys in the event of a crash. Unfortunately, some inflators in your 2012-2008 Toyota or Lexus model may be prone to rupturing due to exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
Risk if Unfixed
If the inflator ruptures in a crash, sharp metal fragments could hit you or your passenger, causing serious injury or even death. This is a life-threatening situation that requires immediate attention.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty airbag inflator or airbag assembly with a safer one, completely free of charge. You'll be notified when the repair is ready, and you should schedule it as soon as possible to ensure your safety on the road.
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Original — What Happened
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2012 Toyota 4Runner, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Sienna, Yaris, Scion xB, Lexus ES350, GX460, IS-F, IS250, IS350, IS250C, IS350C, and Lexus LFA vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Toyota is recalling certain 2009 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Yaris, Yaris HB, Scion xB, Pontiac Vibe, Lexus, ES350, IS250, IS350, and IS-F vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Toyota is recalling certain 2006-2008 Lexus IS250 and IS350, 2007-2008 Lexus ES350, Toyota Yaris, Yaris HB, and 2008 Lexus IS-F and Scion xB vehicles originally sold, or ever registered in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming. 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 rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Toyota will notify the Toyota, Scion and Lexus owners. General Motors will contact the Pontiac owners. Depending on the model, dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator or the air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 1, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331, or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. Toyota's numbers for final remedy for this campaign are G0P (Toyota Zone A), G0R (Toyota Zone B), H0A (Toyota Zone C), GLG (Lexus Zone A), GLH (Lexus Zone B) and HLA (Lexus Zone C).
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High Priority #16V340000 Plain English
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AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
What Happened
The airbag in your vehicle is a safety system designed to protect you in a crash. In some of the affected models, the airbag inflator – the part that makes the airbag deploy – could rupture and release sharp metal fragments.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, sharp metal fragments could strike you or your passengers, causing serious injury or even death. This is a life-threatening situation that requires immediate attention.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty airbag inflator or the entire airbag assembly with a safe one, free of charge. This repair is completely free to you, and you should schedule it as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Scion xB and Lexus IS F, 2009-2011 Toyota Corolla and Corolla Matrix, 2006-2011 Toyota Yaris, Lexus IS250 and Lexus IS350, 2010-2011 Toyota 4Runner, Lexus IS250C, Lexus IS350C and Lexus GX460, 2011 Sienna, 2007-2011 Lexus ES350, and 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 Scion xB and Lexus IS F, 2007-2008 Toyota Yaris, 2006-2008 Lexus IS250 and Lexus IS350 and 2007-2008 Lexus ES350 vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Vehicles of these model years and models that were not originally sold or ever registered in either Zones A or B are not subject to this safety recall. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Toyota will notify the Toyota and Lexus owners. General Motors will contact the Pontiac owners. Depending on the model, dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator or the air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for interim notification for this campaign are G1P (Toyota Zone A), G1R (Toyota Zone B), G2G (Lexus Zone A), and G2H (Lexus Zone B). Toyota's numbers for final remedy for this campaign are G0P (Toyota Zone A), G0R (Toyota Zone B), GLG (Lexus Zone A), and GLH (Lexus Zone B).
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High Priority #14V168000 Plain English
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AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
What Happened
The steering column in your vehicle has a special cable that connects the airbag to the steering wheel. This cable can get damaged when you turn the wheel, which could stop the airbag from working.
Risk if Unfixed
If the airbag cable is damaged, the airbag might not deploy in a crash, which could lead to serious injury to you, the driver.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the damaged cable with a new one, free of charge. You'll get a notification letter when the repair is available, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the notice.
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Original — What Happened
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, 2008-2010 Highlander, and 2009-2010 Tacoma, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and General Motors Pontiac Vibe vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the steering column assembly contains electrical connections to the driver's airbag module housed in a spiral cable assembly, which includes a Flexible Flat Cable (FFC). Due to the shape and location of the FFC's retainer, the FFC could become damaged when the steering wheel is turned.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the FFC is damaged, connectivity to the driver's air bag module could be lost and the air bag deactivated. The failure of the driver's air bag to deploy in the event of a crash that typically necessitates deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver.
Original — Remedy
Toyota will notify the Toyota vehicle owners, and General Motors will notify the Pontiac Vibe owners. Toyota sent owners an interim notification letter in May 2014 to advise owners of the recall. Toyota will mail owners a second letter when remedy parts are available. General Motors sent Pontiac Vibe owners an Interim letter on June 20, 2014 notifying them that parts are currently unavailable. General Motors sent notices to the Pontiac Vibe owners on September 15, 2014, that a remedy is available. The recall began on October 27, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-762-2737.
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Moderate #15V689000 Plain English
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VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
What Happened
The Power Window Master Switch in your vehicle controls your windows. It's possible that during its manufacture, the switch wasn't properly greased, which could lead to electrical problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If debris and moisture get inside the switch, it could cause a fire by overheating and melting. This is a serious risk, especially while you're driving.
Free Fix
Your Toyota dealer will check the switch and apply a lubricant if it's okay. If there's a problem, they'll replace the circuit board for free, and you'll get a notification when the repair is ready.
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Original — What Happened
Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, and 2009-2010 Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. During the manufacturing of the Power Window Master Switch (PWMS), grease lubricant may have been inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the sliding electrical contacts are not protected by lubricant, debris and moisture that get into the switch may cause a short circuit and the switch assembly may overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the switch, applying a lubricant if no abnormality is found. If abnormality is found, the PWMS circuit board will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is C0M.
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Moderate #12V491000 Plain English
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VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
What Happened
The power window switch in your vehicle is the part that controls all your windows. In some 2007-2009 models, the switch was made with a slightly imperfect lubrication process, which could cause it to malfunction and overheat.
Risk if Unfixed
If the switch overheats, it could melt and catch fire, which could cause serious damage to your vehicle and potentially put you at risk of injury.
Free Fix
Your dealer will inspect the switch and either apply a special grease to prevent overheating or replace it if it's damaged - both services are free. Don't try to fix it yourself, contact your dealer or Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331 to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Camry, Camry Hybrid, RAV4, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Tundra, Sequoia, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Yaris, Scion xB, Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. The power window master switch assemblies in some of these vehicles were built using a less precise process for lubricating the internal components of the switch assemblies. Irregularities in this lubrication process may cause the power window master switch assemblies to malfunction and overheat.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the switch overheats, it may melt, possibly resulting in a fire.
Original — Remedy
Toyota will notify its owners, and dealers will inspect the switch and apply a special grease that inhibits heat build up or replace any switch damaged by the defect, free of charge. Toyota owners that experience a problem with a switch should not attempt to make repairs, but should contact their Toyota dealer or the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-800-331-4331. General Motors will contact the Pontiac Vibe owners affected by this recall and GM dealers will inspect and repair switches as necessary. Those owners may contact Pontiac Customer Care at 1-800-762-2737.
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Low Priority #14V169000 Plain English
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SEATS

Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
What Happened
The springs in your seat rails are the small metal pieces that keep your driver's seat and passenger seat stable. In some 2006-2010 Yaris and 2008-2010 Scion xD models, these springs can break.
Risk if Unfixed
If a spring breaks, your seat might not stay in place during a crash, which could make you more likely to get hurt.
Free Fix
Your Toyota dealer will check the seat rail and replace it with a new one if it's damaged – free of charge. You'll get a notification letter with instructions on how to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Yaris vehicles manufactured August 22, 2005, through May 12, 2010, and 2008-2010 Scion xD vehicles manufactured April 4, 2007, through May 12, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the springs used for the seat rails on the driver's seat and the seat rails of the front passenger seat of three-door models may break.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the spring breaks, the seat may not lock in position. In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat could move increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Original — Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat rail, and replace it with a new one, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 3, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
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Low Priority #10V036000 Plain English
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EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Manufacturer
SOUTHEAST TOYOTA DISTRIBUTORS, LLC
What Happened
The load carrying capacity modification label is a sticker on your vehicle that shows how much weight it can safely carry. Unfortunately, your 2005-2011 Toyota passenger vehicle was sold without this sticker.
Risk if Unfixed
If you overload your vehicle without this label, you might not know its safe weight limit. This could lead to an accident, especially if you're carrying heavy cargo or towing a trailer.
Free Fix
Your Toyota dealer will mail you the correct label or install it for you at no charge. You should contact the dealer to arrange for the free label installation as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
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Low Priority #10V035000 Plain English
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EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Manufacturer
GULF STATES TOYOTA, INC.
What Happened
Your vehicle is missing a label that shows its load-carrying capacity, which is a required safety feature. This label tells you how much weight your vehicle can handle safely.
Risk if Unfixed
Not having this label means you won't know your vehicle's safe weight limit, which could lead to an accident if you overload the vehicle.
Free Fix
Your dealer will send you the correct label, or you can pick it up from the dealer free of charge. They'll also update your owner's manual with the correct information.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.
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. 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.
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Low Priority #09V223000 Plain English
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EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Manufacturer
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
The load carrying capacity modification label on your vehicle is a notice that tells you how much weight your car can safely carry. Unfortunately, your 2005-2010 Toyota passenger car didn't get this label installed.
Risk if Unfixed
If you overload your vehicle without knowing its safe weight capacity, you could be driving with a higher risk of a crash — and potentially putting yourself and others at risk.
Free Fix
Your Toyota dealer will provide and install a new, accurate label that shows your vehicle's safe weight capacity, free of charge. You should schedule this repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
TOYOTA IS RECALLING 27,080 MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2010 PASSENGER CARS BUILT FROM SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 TO MAY 4, 2009. THESE VEHICLES WERE NOT EQUIPPED WITH LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
INCORRECT LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS COULD RESULT IN THE VEHICLE BEING OVERLOADED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE THEM WITH A NEW, ACCURATE LABEL TO BE INSTALLED OVER THE INACCURATE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 18, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-888-270-9371.
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AIR BAGS
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EQUIPMENT
3 recalls
VISIBILITY
2 recalls
SEATS
1 recall

Other TOYOTA Yaris Years

2020
1 recall
2019
3 recalls
2018
1 recall
2017
3 recalls
2016
2 recalls
2015
4 recalls
2014
1 recall
2013
1 recall
2012
5 recalls
2011
3 recalls
2010
9 recalls
2009
10 recalls
2007
10 recalls
2006
5 recalls

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