Lexus Recall 23V-865: Air bags – occupant classification

Affected: 2020–2021 Lexus ES, 2020 Lexus ES Hybrid, 2020–2021 Lexus RX and 10 more. Filed with NHTSA on December 20, 2023, covering about 999,901 vehicles.

The problem

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying.

The risk

An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue to be mailed in phases through January 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB15/23TA15 Lexus 23LB03/23LA03.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign23V-865 (23V865000)
Manufacturer number23TA15, 23LA03
ManufacturerToyota Motor Corporation
ComponentAir bags › Sensor › Occupant classification
Report dateDecember 20, 2023
Owners notifiedOctober 31, 2024
Vehicles affected999,901
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Plus 5 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.

Owner complaints about the air bags

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 23V-865 repair free?

Yes. Lexus dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 999,901 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.