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CriticalREC-001292Published 3 March 2017View official notice ↗

2002–2005 Toyota Corolla

Affected
20,146
Category
Cars
Campaign
GGG30
Supplier
Toyota Motor Corporation Australia Limited
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The defect

As it gets older, a combination of high temperatures and humidity can cause the airbag inflator propellant to degrade.

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The hazard

If exposed to long periods of high air humidity and temperature fluctuations, the airbag may deploy with too much force in a collision. This may result in metal shrapnel entering the vehicle cabin at high speed, striking vehicle occupants and potentially causing severe injury or death.

The remedy

Toyota is contacting all known owners of affected vehicles. Consumers should contact their nearest Toyota dealership to arrange for inspection and repair, free of charge.For further information, consumers can contact Toyota on 1800 987 366 (Monday to Friday, 8am - 6pm AEDT) or email recallsupport@toyota.dataresponse.com.auConsumers can use Toyota’s VIN look-up tool to see if their vehicle is affected by this recall: https://toyotamanuals.com.au/#/recall

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What to do

  1. 1Check if your vehicle is affected. This recall covers 20,146 vehicles. Use your VIN to confirm.
  2. 2Contact Toyota Motor Corporation Australia Limited to arrange inspection and repair.
  3. 3Repairs are free of charge when arranged through an authorised dealer.
  4. 4Verify this recall on the official government register: vehiclerecalls.gov.au ↗
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