Another airbag-related automotive recall is among us, this time from Toyota. Specifically, the automaker is recalling approximately 96,000 Corolla Cross models from 2022 and 2023 sold in North America for a possible issue with passenger-side airbag deployment.
According to Toyota, there isn’t an issue with the actual airbag. Instead, there could be a problem with the section of dash where the passenger airbag is contained. In an email to Motor1.com, a Toyota spokesperson explained that a perforation in the panel that opens during airbag deployment may not be present in some models. Per the spokesperson, this was the result of “incorrectly followed production work instructions in the instrument panel milling process at a certain supplier.” The lack of perforation could lead to the airbag not deploying correctly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Another airbag-related automotive recall is among us, this time from Toyota. Specifically, the automaker is recalling approximately 96,000 Corolla Cross models from 2022 and 2023 sold in North America for a possible issue with passenger-side airbag deployment.
According to Toyota, there isn’t an issue with the actual airbag. Instead, there could be a problem with the section of dash where the passenger airbag is contained. In an email to Motor1.com, a Toyota spokesperson explained that a perforation in the panel that opens during airbag deployment may not be present in some models. Per the spokesperson, this was the result of “incorrectly followed production work instructions in the instrument panel milling process at a certain supplier.” The lack of perforation could lead to the airbag not deploying correctly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corolla Cross models from 2022 and 2023 with standard combustion engines are subject to recall; hybrids aren’t included. Upon inspection, if a problem is found Toyota will replace the instrument panel. The automaker will begin owner notification in July, but anyone with questions can contact Toyota’s Brand Engagement Center at 800-331-4331.
