The problem
On certain vehicles equipped with curtain side air bags (csa), the csa tether strap located in the front pillars May have been incorrectly routed during the assembly process.
The risk
If the tether strap is not correctly routed, the front side of the csa May not deploy as designed, which May result in insufficient occupant protection during a side impact crash or rollover event.
The fix
Dealers will inspect both csa front tether straps, and if necessary, reroute them. The recall began on December 21, 2006. Owners May contact Toyota at 1-888-270-9371.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 06V-488 (06V488000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 60J |
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Component | Air bags › Side/window |
| Report date | December 21, 2006 |
| Owners notified | December 21, 2006 |
| Vehicles affected | 160 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 06V-488 repair free?
Yes. Toyota dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect both csa front tether straps, and if necessary, reroute them. The recall began on December 21, 2006. Owners May contact Toyota at 1-888-270-9371.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 160 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.