LEXUS ES HYBRID 2021: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 23V865000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| LEXUS | ES HYBRID | 2021 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2024-10-31 | 2023-12-20 | 2023-12-20 |
Manufacturers Involved: Toyota Motor Corporation
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 23TA15, 23LA03
Component: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 999901
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. This is a phased recall. Multiple phases are planned through 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB15/23TA15 Lexus 23LB03/23LA03.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
