NHTSA recall 04V346000
Air bags › Side/window
Toyota Camry
Reported Jul 13, 2004128,316 vehicles affectedTOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.Built Oct 22, 2001 – Feb 10, 2004
The defect
On certain vehicles equipped with curtain shield air bags (csa), one or both of the curtain air bags may be twisted near the inflator due to improper assembly.
The risk
If this occurs, the csa may not deploy rapidly enough when activated in a side impact collision. this may result in failure to provide the intended head protection, increasing the risk of injury.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect the csas and replace the air bag assembly if necessary. the recall began on august 6, 2004. owners should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.