Recall 19V-741: 2007–2012 Lexus ES350, 2010–2017 Lexus GX460 and 15 more
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Oct 17, 2019, covering about 928,220 vehicles.
The problem
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.
The risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing |
|---|---|
| Component | Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 19V741000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Lexus ES350 | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Lexus GX460 | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Lexus IS 250 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Lexus IS 250C | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Lexus IS 350 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Lexus IS 350C | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Lexus IS F | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Lexus SC430 | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Scion XB | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Toyota 4Runner | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Toyota Corolla | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Toyota Corolla Matrix | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Toyota RAV4 | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Toyota Sequoia | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Toyota Sienna | 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Toyota Tundra | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 | All years |
| Toyota Yaris | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V-741?
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.
How is recall 19V-741 fixed?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.