Yaris Takata Airbag Recall

[Tedtalker]

I saw this today. Yaris is included 2006 - 2011 model years. This is one I will line up for. It had to be my year darn it.
http://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/toyota-recalls-16-million-us-vehicles-for-takata-air-bags/ar-BBtnJrQ?li=BBnb7Kz

http://corporatenews.pressroom.toyota.com/releases/toyota-takata-expansion-may23.htm

[ezhacker1]

stock seat rail failure, seat belt, airbag failure.... glad im harness, race seat, and wheel.

But yes better safe than sorry, bring it in.

[jack black]

i saw it in the news today. my 07 yaris (made in 2006) spent most of it's years in south florida, and last summer there was a leak and humid cabin. clearly high risk for explosion, i'll rush to do the recall ASAP. BTW, a friend has an Acura and Honda is asking him not to drive it and paying him a rental. it's that serious.

[WeeYari]

Problem is, last I heard, is that the backlog for replacements on the first round of recalls is like several years deep. No telling how long before recall work for this one can actually be carried out.

[tarkus]

So you could get killed with shrapnel from your airbag before they get round to fixing the problem.

Anyone know when Canada will be included in this recall.

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[B.B._07]

So you could get killed with shrapnel from your airbag before they get round to fixing the problem.

Anyone know when Canada will be included in this recall.

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I just checked my 07 Hatchback on https://www.toyota.ca/toyota/en/secure/recalls and I didn't get anything about the Takata airbag inflator but it seems I need to have the power window master switch recall done.

I think the backlog of Takata airbag inflators is being addressed as I've had 2 family members with an Accord and Matrix twin have the recalls fixes done at the beginning of the year.

[ern-diz]

Sun um ah!

Glad I'm in SoCal, but this is still super concerning.

[cparker]

. Just read something about defective struts in some 2015 Yaris's. Notices will go out to owners soon.

[BLKHILLSGUY]

. Just read something about defective struts in some 2015 Yaris's. Notices will go out to owners soon.

Do you have the link by chance?

[BLH]

I checked the color coded map on the recall site.
I am in Zone C where there is less temperature and humidity cycles.
Projected significant degradation 15-20 years.
So here in CT. I am not in the first batch of added recalled Yaris's.

My VIN also shows no infiltrator recall.
Just the spiral cable and seat mount rails. Not done yet.

My Brothers Honda was issued a preliminary warning recall but no time table when it could be done.

[jack black]

does anyone know which airbag is affected in 2007?
driver's or passenger's?
makes a whole lot of difference for me.

[Kalispel]

Do you have the link by chance?

You can enter your VIN here to check current recall status for your Toyota:

http://www.toyota.com/recall

So far, nothing comes up for mine. I wonder if the recall is specific to the trim level (L, LE or SE)? I'm not sure if the SE "sports tuned suspension" means different parts in that regard or not.

The recall is only for 3100 2015 Yari (so far), which is about 3 months worth of American sales of the model - assuming they are talking about U.S. recalls # only and not North America?

Also, for more info on the recall details:

http://corporatenews.pressroom.toyota.com/releases/toyota-recalls-2015-yaris-may25.htm

http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1104189_2015-toyota-yaris-recalled-for-suspension-problem

[jack black]

does anyone know which airbag is affected in 2007?
driver's or passenger's?
makes a whole lot of difference for me.

never mind, i found out: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/takata-air-bag-recall_us_5743f764e4b045cc9a71d3d1

i guess it safe for my kid to drive alone.

[MadMax]

Don't wreck.

[MadMax]

OK, if they know the remedy ("The remedy, when available, will consist of the replacement of the airbag inflator or the airbag assembly, depending on the vehicle model"), then why isn't it ready? Just replace the fucking airbag assembly, Toyota; or would you rather just deal with the lawsuits from the injuries and/or deaths?!?

Title - Safety Recall G0P (Interim G1P) - Interim Notice Multiple Models and Model Years Takata Front Passenger Airbag Inflator (Zone A)

Status - Remedy Not Available

Description - The subject vehicles are equipped with front passenger airbag inflators produced by Takata. According to Takata, the propellant in these inflators may degrade after prolonged exposure to high absolute humidity and fluctuating high temperatures. Degraded propellant can cause inflator rupture during airbag deployment. In the event of an inflator rupture, metal fragments could pass through the airbag cushion material, striking the vehicle occupants, and result in serious injury or death.

Remedy - Toyota is currently preparing the remedy for this condition and will provide additional information as it becomes available. The remedy, when available, will consist of the replacement of the airbag inflator or the airbag assembly, depending on the vehicle model.

[Tapokata]

It's a supply chain issue. Takata, the maker of the defective airbag, is also supplying the replacement. The recall n the US alone affects 70 million vehicles, and Takada lost $120 million in this past fiscal year.

[ern-diz]

I checked the color coded map on the recall site.
I am in Zone C where there is less temperature and humidity cycles.
Projected significant degradation 15-20 years.
So here in CT. I am not in the first batch of added recalled Yaris's...

What site did you use to see a color coded map?

[BLH]

Near the bottom of the web page.
http://www.toyota.com/recall/takata

If you click on the down arrow for each colored Zone. It gives data on what vehicles are in the first phase of the expanded recall.

[ern-diz]

Near the bottom of the web page.
http://www.toyota.com/recall/takata

If you click on the down arrow for each colored Zone. It gives data on what vehicles are in the first phase of the expanded recall.

Thanks, that's helpful.

California is marked red, like the south eastern states. That means I'll be prioritized for remedy, right?

[BLKHILLSGUY]

I just read a disturbing article online at CNN. Evidently, Fiat/Chrysler, Mitsubishi, and Toyota are still using defective Takata air bags on brand new models knowing they will have to eventually begin a recall to replace them. I am still shocked after reading this. http://money.cnn.com/2016/06/01/news/companies/takata-airbag-recall-new-cars/index.html?category=companies

[Kalispel]

I just read a disturbing article online at CNN. Evidently, Fiat/Chrysler, Mitsubishi, and Toyota are still using defective Takata air bags on brand new models knowing they will have to eventually begin a recall to replace them. I am still shocked after reading this. http://money.cnn.com/2016/06/01/news/companies/takata-airbag-recall-new-cars/index.html?category=companies

Sadly enough, I cannot say that I am surprised by this.

[birdman]

I'm finally getting mine replaced today. It will be great being able to use the front passenger seat for carrying people again.

[ern-diz]

Got the remedy notice over the holidays and dropped Vader off at Toyota yesterday afternoon. Looking forward to finally getting the potential grenade out of my passenger dash. They should be pulling it apart as I type this.

We've been opting to take my better half's Accord on any drive we need to take together. Better be safe than sorry, as they say. I'm looking forward to the increase in behind the Yaris wheel time once I get her back later today.

[tarkus]

I've still not lost any sleep over this one....

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[ern-diz]

I didn't lose any sleep over it, but I did lose time driving my car because of it. Eleven deaths and over 180 injuries is nothing to sneeze at. No point in taking the risk of driving my car places when we have my better half's car in the garage without the recalled airbag. I'm looking forward to being able to confidently choose to take mine with passengers again, that's all.

[tarkus]

I haven't lost any driving time either, and I've had family members in the car countless times. About as likely to be hit by lightning.

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[ern-diz]

If you say so :thumbsup:

[Yaris874]

Soil call toyota customer service today to see if any recall on my yaris because I only been 1 month with my yaris so I have to do like 5 recalls because previous owner never tuck it to the dealer😠😠😠😠😠

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[dogsridewith]

Yeah. My new-to-me 07 needs seat tracks, spiral cable and passenger airbag. Have vision of mechanic breaking clips/tabs and jamming screwdrivers around in electrical connectors while tugging on wires to get them apart. Maybe a few redline/flatshifts and burnouts on the check ride.

[MadMax]

I didn't lose any sleep over it, but I did lose time driving my car because of it. Eleven deaths and over 180 injuries is nothing to sneeze at. No point in taking the risk of driving my car places when we have my better half's car in the garage without the recalled airbag. I'm looking forward to being able to confidently choose to take mine with passengers again, that's all.

Can you link to the information about those 11 deaths/180 injuries? Are they solely attributed to the airbags, or was that just a contributing factor?

I just got another recall notice in the mail. As someone in a "red" state, I will get it (as well as the other recalls) done in the near future; but I'm not sweating it either! :thumbsup:

[ern-diz]

Can you link to the information about those 11 deaths/180 injuries? Are they solely attributed to the airbags, or was that just a contributing factor?

I just got another recall notice in the mail. As someone in a "red" state, I will get it (as well as the other recalls) done in the near future; but I'm not sweating it either! :thumbsup:

A quick Google news search provides this, from the Car and Driver blog, as the latest article to reference the 1 billion dollar settlement, 11 deaths/184 injuries, the fact that even a small collision can trigger the faulty units and that my state of California is one of the most at risk due to fluctuating temperatures and humidity.

http://blog.caranddriver.com/takata-airbag-recall-officials-and-automakers-insist-fixes-are-coming/

I understand what tarkus, wiiyari and others are saying about it being a remote chance, but I don't see the logic in rolling the dice when you don't have to. With it out of my dash, it's one less thing to worry about.

...Have vision of mechanic breaking clips/tabs and jamming screwdrivers around in electrical connectors while tugging on wires to get them apart. Maybe a few redline/flatshifts and burnouts on the check ride.

Having an aftermarket double-din head unit with microphone, usb to the glove box, etc., I was also a touch concerned about a tech faq'n something up, but my car was returned to me without a trace of anything having been done. It was the same with prior recalls. Maybe I was just lucky?

[Dodge Aries K]

If they start fixing them now I'm going to be mad because I was told over a year so I gave my 2008 back and got a 13 Elantra that I like a lot less than the Yaris it replaced...

[ern-diz]

If they start fixing them now I'm going to be mad because I was told over a year so I gave my 2008 back and got a 13 Elantra that I like a lot less than the Yaris it replaced...

It's being done by geographic priority based on propensity for fluctuating temperatures and humidity as those are the factors that increase the chances of failure.

[tarkus]

...the fact that even a small collision can trigger the faulty units and that my state of California is one of the most at risk due to fluctuating temperatures and humidity.
Dude, you better move out of there fast, before half the state falls into the sea at the next major earthquake. [emoji1]


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[dogsridewith]

It's being done by geographic priority based on propensity for fluctuating temperatures and humidity as those are the factors that increase the chances of failure.
That's what's been said from multiple sources for awhile. My question: How the flip does humidity get to the inflator charge...wouldn't that be hermetically sealed for an expected lifetime of at least 50 years?
(Toyota Takata airbag inflator grenade)

[ern-diz]

Dude, you better move out of there fast, before half the state falls into the sea at the next major earthquake. [emoji1]

I think the political landscape is going to do me in before the big one finally hits...

That's what's been said from multiple sources for awhile. My question: How the flip does humidity get to the inflator charge...wouldn't that be hermetically sealed for an expected lifetime of at least 50 years?
(Toyota Takata airbag inflator grenade)

You'd think so, but they went through the exercise of ranking and color coding each state on the map. Happy CA was ranked a red state (far too ironic).

[WeeYari]

wiiyari

:rolleyes:

I am in no way affiliated with Nintendo!

Believe it or not, Toyota Canada still has not even issued a recall. :iono:

[ern-diz]

:rolleyes:

I am in no way affiliated with Nintendo!

Believe it or not, Toyota Canada still has not even issued a recall. :iono:

LOL my bad for the misspelling.

No recall in Canada, same airbags going into new cars, super slow roll-out...

There's been a myriad of shit surrounding this thing.

[tarkus]

Maybe the Canadian climate is considered low risk for these airbags.

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[SeattleCommuter]

I checked for recalls on my US 2007 sedan at http://www.toyota.com/recall and found 2007-2011 Yaris sedans are recalled.

The PDF (https://techinfo.toyota.com/techInfoPortal/staticcontent/en/techinfo/html/prelogin/docs/cp/g0pg1pg0rg1rh0ah1atofaq.pdf) document explained how affected cars are being recalled in 4 phases. My car is recalled in phase 2, although my local Toyota dealership did not have parts available yet when I called today.

Title
Safety Recall H0A - Remedy Notice
Multiple Models and Model Years
Takata Front Passenger Airbag Inflator (Zone C)

Description
The subject vehicles are equipped with front passenger airbag inflators produced by Takata. According to Takata, the propellant in these inflators may degrade after prolonged exposure to high absolute humidity and fluctuating high temperatures. Degraded propellant can cause inflator rupture during airbag deployment. In the event of an inflator rupture, metal fragments could pass through the airbag cushion material, striking the vehicle occupants, and result in serious injury or death.
Remedy
The remedy will consist of the replacement of the airbag inflator or the airbag assembly, depending on the vehicle model.
For answers to frequently asked questions, please click here (https://techinfo.toyota.com/techInfoPortal/staticcontent/en/techinfo/html/prelogin/docs/cp/g0pg1pg0rg1rh0ah1atofaq.pdf).

[ern-diz]

http://abc7.com/news/takata-to-pay-$1-billion-plead-guilty-in-airbag-fraud-case/1701467/

Not a good look...

[WeeYari]

Believe it or not, Toyota Canada still has not even issued a recall. :iono:

Toyota Canada has FINALLY issued the recall notice. We are now getting the notification letters stating the recall reason, and they are currently in the process of 'preparing sufficient quantities of the remedy parts'. At such time we will then receive a subsequent notification to proceed with taking action with your dealership to book an appointment.

[ern-diz]

Toyota Canada has FINALLY issued the recall notice. We are now getting the notification letters stating the recall reason, and they are currently in the process of 'preparing sufficient quantities of the remedy parts'. At such time we will then receive a subsequent notification to proceed with taking action with your dealership to book an appointment.

Better late than never! :biggrin:

[B.B._07]

I just checked for my 07 Hatchback and it looks like I have an interim notification basically stating they're get the parts ready for the recall.



SRC R31 (X31) - Interim Notice - Certain 2006 – 2008MY Yaris Hatchback and 2007MY Yaris Sedan - Front Passenger Airbag Inflator
Customer Interim Notification

Toyota is currently in the process of preparing the remedy parts. Please read the information below and in the attachment.

The subject vehicles are equipped with front passenger airbag inflators produced by Takata. According to Takata, the propellant in these inflators may degrade after prolonged exposure to high absolute humidity and fluctuating high temperatures. Degraded propellant can cause inflator rupture during airbag deployment. In the event of an inflator rupture, metal fragments could pass through the airbag cushion material, striking the vehicle occupants, and result in serious injury or death.

[SirDigby]

I received another letter the other day.
it said my car was currently not effected.
this is the 3rd letter in the last 18 months that I've gotten stating the same thing.

[mrpj]

I received a letter from Toyota U.K., some weeks, ago advising that my 2014 Yaris is subject to the air bag recall. I had previously checked on Toyota's website which stated, after submitting the relevant details, that it was not part of this recall.
They wrote in the letter that there is a worldwide shortage of the necessary part(s) and that I will be contacted at a later date when sufficient parts are available!

[hairygityeti]

I saw this today. Yaris is included 2006 - 2011 model years. This is one I will line up for. It had to be my year darn it.
http://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/toyota-recalls-16-million-us-vehicles-for-takata-air-bags/ar-BBtnJrQ?li=BBnb7Kz

http://corporatenews.pressroom.toyota.com/releases/toyota-takata-expansion-may23.htm

Watch this 10 minutes in to the video to See Yaris air bag failure ( very funny ) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YNyowYXmFk

[tarkus]

Believe it or not, Toyota Canada still has not even issued a recall. :iono:
It seems they have now. I dropped by my local dealership, Markville Toyota, and asked about the airbag recall. They checked the VIN and said, "actually there are about four safety-related recalls on your car, sir. When would you like the work done?". Clearly no problem there. They will also drop me home by shuttle and pick me up again, after the work's done.

[WeeYari]

It seems they have now.

Clearly since I have a subsequent post on Feb 27th stating that I had received notification from Toyota Canada about the issuance of the recall in this country.


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[tarkus]

Sorry, I think I lost track of things somewhere in this thread. :-(

Going by several of the other posts, I was getting the impression that dealers were trying to avoid doing the airbag recall. Instead, I very pleasantly surprised to find them pretty much welcoming me with open arms!

Sent from my phone. Please excuse any typpos.

[babydriver]

Sorry, I think I lost track of things somewhere in this thread. :-(

Going by several of the other posts, I was getting the impression that dealers were trying to avoid doing the airbag recall. Instead, I very pleasantly surprised to find them pretty much welcoming me with open arms!

Sent from my phone. Please excuse any typpos.

it all very much depends on. I've witnessed a lot of both kinds of situations

[zerosl]

Finally scheduled my recall service appointment for this saturday

[MadMax]

Had mine done this past week, I left it Tuesday night but didn't get it back until Thursday morning. At first the dealership said they were having problems with the computer needed to do the airbag replacement and asked if they could keep it an extra day, then they called back an hour before they closed and said it was ready. I didn't have time to pick it up, so my wife and son when and got it for me.

The bastards didn't even wash it for my troubles, but they did find a Filipino ₱10 coin, worth about 20¢ and left it in the tray. I was in the Philippines in March 2016.

Cheers! M2

[hairygityeti]

:frown:Theres a big problem here in UK with gypsies stealing air bags from cars,they get accident damaed cars at auctions to repair and sell,along with other scams like crash for cash ,pic pocket gangs,shop lifting ,opening up the European borders let in east European organised crime.Car insurance is sky high here in the UK:mad: