Toyota Australia is recalling over 500 examples of its new-generation LandCruiser Prado fitted with the optional Electric Brake Controller.
“Due to an error in the fitting instructions for the optional accessory Electric Brake Controller, the Lower Driver’s Airbag Assembly (removed during accessory fitment) may have been reinstalled using the incorrect torque,” the company says in its recall notice.
“This may cause the bolts to loosen and the airbag may not deploy as designed in the event of a collision which could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants.
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“In the event of an accident, the airbag not deploying as intended could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants.”
Toyota says owners may receive warnings of the issue.
“If the Lower Driver’s Airbag Assembly retaining bolts were not reinstalled correctly during accessory fitment, a rattle may be heard from the driver’s knee airbag area,” the company says.
- The recall affects 524 vehicles produced between June 24, 2024 and October 3, 2024
- The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) list is attached here
- The original recall notice is attached here, with a more detailed version on Toyota’s website here
If you own an affected vehicle, you’ll need to make an appointment with a Toyota dealership to have the work carried out, free of charge.
Toyota says the fix will take approximately an hour to fix, but depending on the dealer’s work schedule you may need to make your vehicle available for a longer period of time.
If you have any further questions, you can contact the Toyota Recall Assist helpline on 1800 987 366 on weekdays from 8:00am to 7:00pm AEDT.
