NHTSA Recall 11V245000: Air bags: side/window and air bags
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 307,848 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Toyota Highlander.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V245000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | BOE-B1E |
| Components | AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW; AIR BAGS |
| Report received | April 21, 2011 |
| Owner notification | January 9, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 highlander, highlander hybrid, and model year 2007-2008 rav4 vehicles. In the curtain shield AIRBAG (csa) system, there are two sensors in the AIRBAG sensor assembly which are designed to detect vehicle roll angle. If one of these sensors malfunctions, the AIRBAG warning light (malfunction indicator light: mil) will illuminate and the roll detection system will be suspended; however, the AIRBAG csa remains available in the event of a side crash. If both sensors fail nearly simultaneously after initial AIRBAG system check, the csa and the seat belt pretensioner could be inadvertently activated.
Safety risk
Inadvertent activation of the csa and/or the seat belt pretensioner can cause injury to a vehicle occupant.
Remedy
Toyota will replace the AIRBAG sensor assembly with a new one containing improved roll rate sensors, free of charge. Toyota intends to send an interim owner notification to owners early to mid-may, 2011 when sufficient parts and remedy becomes available. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Notes
Toyota safety recall no. Boe-b1e.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V245000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.