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Automotive · Australia · 2025-03-05

Toyota Prado electric brake controller fitting instructions error may affect airbag

Country	Australia
Category	Automotive
Published	2025-03-05
Manufacturer	TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION AUSTRALIA LIMITED
Models affected	Prado (GDJ251R)
Model year	2024
Units affected	524
Defect	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. As a result, the lower driver’s airbag may not deploy as intended. In the event of an accident, the airbag not deploying as intended could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants.
Remedy	Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Toyota and are asked to make an appointment to have the work carried out, free of charge._x000D_ To find a local dealer, visit https://www.toyota.com.au/find-a-dealer_x000D_ For further information, consumers should contact the Toyota Recall Assist helpline on 1800 987 366 (Monday to Friday, 8am - 6pm AEST / AEDT).
Recall number	REC-006302
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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