Lexus Recall 18V-887: Air bags – inflator module

Affected: 2008–2015, 2018–2019 Lexus LX570, 2008–2016, 2018–2019 Toyota Land Cruiser. Filed with NHTSA on December 13, 2018, covering about 89,740 vehicles.

The problem

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX 570 vehicles. Over time, the seat belt tension sensor wire harness may break and deactivate the front passenger air bag, knee air bag, and passenger seat-mounted side airbag.

The risk

In the event of a crash, deactivated air bags can increase the risk of injury .

The fix

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will modify the front passenger seat belt assembly or replace it with an improved one, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are Lexus Interim J2L and Remedy JLL, Toyota Interim J15 and Remedy J05.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign18V-887 (18V887000)
Manufacturer numberSee attached report.
ManufacturerToyota Motor Corporation
ComponentAir bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator module
Report dateDecember 13, 2018
Owners notifiedFebruary 11, 2019
Vehicles affected89,740
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Plus 3 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.

Owner complaints about the air bags

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 18V-887 repair free?

Yes. Lexus dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will modify the front passenger seat belt assembly or replace it with an improved one, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2019.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 89,740 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.