NHTSA Recall 12V092000: Air bags: frontal
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 495,470 vehicles. It affects 2005–2009 Toyota Tacoma.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V092000 |
|---|---|
| Component | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL |
| Report received | March 7, 2012 |
| Owner notification | August 3, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 tacoma vehicles, manufactured from september 14, 2004, through august 29, 2008. Over time, steering wheel vibration may damage the spiral cable assembly (clockspring) that powers the drivers air bag module. If damage occurs, the air bag warning lamp will illuminate and the air bag may become deactivated.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, the drivers side air bag may not deploy, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spiral cable assembly, free of charge. An interim letter is expected to be mailed to owners during april 2012. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Notes
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spiral cable assembly, free of charge.the safety recall is expected to begin in early april 2012.owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V092000
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.