Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling 999,901 of the following vehicles:
- Model year 2020-2021 Avalons, Avalon Hybrids, Corollas, Highlanders, Highlander Hybrids, RAV4s, RAV4 Hybrids, Lexus ES350s, Lexus RX350s & Lexus RX450Hs,
- Model year 2021 Sienna Hybrids & Lexus ES250s, and
- Model year 2020-2022 Camrys, Camry Hybrids and ES300Hs.
A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger airbag from deploying.
An airbag that does not deploy in a crash increases the risk of injury.
What to do
Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor -- as necessary -- free of charge.
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 4, 2024.
Owners may contact Toyota customer service at (800) 331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB15/23TA15; the Lexus number is 23LB03/23LA03.