Toyota and Lexus Recall 1 Million Cars, SUVs, and Minivans for Airbag Issue

The problem: The issue has to do with a faulty occupant weight sensor, known as an Occupant Classification System (OCS). If the OCS short circuits, the airbag might not deploy as designed in certain crashes, which could increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

The fix: In a written statement, Toyota said it will notify owners of recalled vehicles starting in February 2024. Toyota and Lexus dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the OCS sensors, free of charge.

How to contact the manufacturer: Owners can contact Toyota at 800-331-4331 or Lexus at 800-255-3987 if they have any questions.

NHTSA campaign number: 23V865000.

Check to see whether your vehicle has an open recall: NHTSA’s website will tell you whether your vehicle has any open recalls that need to be addressed.

If you plug your car’s 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN) into NHTSA’s website and a recall doesn’t appear, it means your vehicle doesn’t currently have any open recalls. Because automakers issue recalls often, and for many older vehicles, we recommend checking back regularly to see whether your vehicle has had a recall issued.