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2011 Toyota Tundra Airbags Problems

1 owner-reported airbags complaint from NHTSA data

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Complaints
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Recalls
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Crashes
Dec 2016Dec 2016
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Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Airbags Recalls (1)

RECALLCampaign #13V014000

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model year 2010-2013 model year Corolla, Sienna and Tundra; model year 2009-2013 Highlander and Venza; model year 2012 Prius V; and model year 2010-2012 Sequoia. During modification by SET to include accessories such as leather seat covers, seat heaters or headrest DVD systems, these vehicles may not have had the passenger seat occupant sensing system calibration tested. Without passing the calibration test, the occupant sensing system may not operate as designed.

Fix: Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall began on March 21, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.

Owner Complaints (1)

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CrashFiled: Dec 2016

ON 12/17/2016 MY DAUGHTER AND I HAD A HEAD-ON COLLISION. THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED FINE AND PREVENTED MY DAUGHTER FROM HAVING ANY MAJOR INJURIES. MY DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG POPPED OUT OF THE STEERING WHEEL BUT DIDN'T INFLATE. DUE TO THE AIRBAG NOT DEPLOYING PROPERLY I HIT MY HEAD ON THE STEERING WHEEL. THIS CAUSED ME TO BE TRANSPORTED BY AMBULANCE TO THE LOCAL HOSPITAL WHERE I RECEIVED STITCHES IN MY FOREHEAD AND CONTINUE TO SUFFER FROM A DIZZINESS/HEADACHES - CONCUSSION. I HAVE ASKED MY INSURER USAA AND THEIR CONTRACTED INSPECTORS TO INSPECT THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG WITHOUT SUCCESS. APPARENTLY YOU NEED TO HIRE YOUR OWN ENGINEERS OR INSPECTORS TO CONDUCT AN INSPECTION. I HAVE TRIED TO LOCATE ONE IN WV WITHOUT SUCCESS. USAA WANTS TO CLOSE OUT THE CLAIM AND SALVAGE/AUCTION MY VEHICLE. I WOULD LIKE TO GET AN INSPECTION DONE FIRST. I'M NOT SURE HOW TO PROCEED ON THIS BUT WANTED TO REPORT THE INCIDENT TO PREVENT OTHERS FROM HAVING TO EXPERIENCE THIS AND HOPEFULLY SAVE LIVES IF THIS IS A WIDESPREAD ISSUE. THANKS FOR YOUR TIME. *TR

NHTSA #: 10938617

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