Recall 04V346000: Curtain Air Bag Inspection/Replacement

Make / Models : Model/Build Years:

Toyota / Camry 2002-2004

MANUFACTURER: Toyota Motor North America, Inc.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V346000 Recall Date : JUL 08, 2004

COMPONENT: Air Bags: Side/Window

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 128316

SUMMARY:
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.

CONSEQUENCE:
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 CSA's And replace the air bag assembly if necessary. The recall began on August 6, 2004. Owners should contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

NOTES:
Customers can also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).