Vehicle recall 12V092000 · March 7, 2012
2005-2009 Toyota Tacoma
Over time, steering wheel vibration may damage the spiral cable assembly (clockspring) that powers the drivers air bag module.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 tacoma vehicles, manufactured from September 14, 2004, through August 29, 2008. Over time, steering wheel vibration may damage the spiral cable assembly (clockspring) that powers the drivers air bag module. If damage occurs, the air bag warning lamp will illuminate and the air bag may become deactivated.
- Consequence
- In the event of a crash, the drivers side air bag may not deploy, increasing the risk of personal injury.
- Remedy
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spiral cable assembly, free of charge. An interim letter is expected to be mailed to owners during April 2012. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
- Notes
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spiral cable assembly, free of charge.the safety recall is expected to begin in early April 2012.OWNERS may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V092000
- Reported to NHTSA
- March 7, 2012
- Filed by
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Owner notification
- August 3, 2012
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 495,470
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Air bags › Frontal
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