The problem
Certain pickup trucks fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, 'seat belt assemblies.' the driver's side seat belt has incorrect markings.
The risk
This does not meet the standard.
The fix
Dealers have replaced the seat belts. No vehicles were sold to consumers.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 04V-214 (04V214000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Component | Seat belts › Front |
| Report date | May 5, 2004 |
| Owners notified | April 28, 2004 |
| Vehicles affected | 8 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 04V-214 repair free?
Yes. Toyota dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers have replaced the seat belts. No vehicles were sold to consumers.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 8 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.