The problem
Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 corolla vehicles equipped with a non-Toyota, blue tooth hands free device or navigation unit and certain model year 2011 Toyota sienna vehicles equipped with a non-Toyota, overhead entertainment system and/or Bluetooth hands free device. There is a possibility that the front a-pillar trim panel retention clip May have been damaged during the installation of the aftermarket accessory.
The risk
A damaged a-pillar trim panel retention clip May allow the trim panel to come loose and injure an occupant in the event of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the a-pillar trim panel retention clip and replace it if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on December 30, 2011. Owners May contact southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 11V-566 (11V566000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Component | Structure › Body › Roof and pillars |
| Report date | November 22, 2011 |
| Owners notified | December 30, 2011 |
| Vehicles affected | 518 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the body & structure
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 11V-566 repair free?
Yes. Toyota dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the a-pillar trim panel retention clip and replace it if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on December 30, 2011. Owners May contact southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 518 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.