Recall 13V337 covers 342,451 2005-2011 Toyota Tacoma Access Cab trucks for loosening seat belt pre-tensioner screws. Repair is free at any franchised Toyota dealer.
Toyota is recalling 342,451 2005-2011 Tacoma Access Cab trucks because repeated forceful closing of the access doors can loosen screws that hold the seat belt pre-tensioner to the retractor. If the pre-tensioner detaches, the belt will not perform as designed in a severe crash, increasing injury risk, and the Toyota dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The seat belt retractor in a 2005-2011 Toyota Tacoma Access Cab is the spring-loaded part that lets the belt pull out, then winds it back when you release it. The seat belt pre-tensioner is attached to that retractor and is designed to tighten the belt quickly in a crash. That helps hold the occupant against the seat.
On affected Tacoma Access Cab trucks, repeated hard closing of the access doors can shake the seat belt hardware enough to loosen the screws that hold the pre-tensioner to the retractor. If those screws back out completely, the pre-tensioner and the retractor spring cover can detach from the retractor. That leaves part of the seat belt assembly loose instead of secured where it is supposed to work.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on a warning light, noise, or visible change to tell you the screws have loosened.
Who's affected?
Covers the same seat belt component across seven Tacoma model years.
| 2006 Toyota Tacoma | seat belt |
|---|---|
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | seat belt |
| 2007 Toyota Tacoma | seat belt |
| 2008 Toyota Tacoma | seat belt |
| 2009 Toyota Tacoma | seat belt |
| 2010 Toyota Tacoma | seat belt |
| 2011 Toyota Tacoma | seat belt |
| Units affected | 342,451 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific pickup truck.
What's the safety risk?
In a severe crash, a detached seat belt pre-tensioner will not tighten the belt as designed, increasing the risk of injury. Keep using the seat belt, but schedule the recall inspection soon so the assembly or pre-tensioner screws can be corrected. Repair will be free at any franchised Toyota dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2005-2011 Toyota Tacoma is included in this recall.
- Wait for Toyota's owner notice, or contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331 if you bought the truck used and never received one.
- Ask a franchised Toyota dealer whether the seat belt pretensioner screw inspection and repair that keeps the pretensioner attached to the retractor is open for your VIN.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 13V337 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and make sure every occupant uses a working seat belt on every trip.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Toyota technician inspects the seat belt assemblies in the Tacoma Access Cab. If the inspection shows loose or at-risk pretensioner hardware, the technician replaces the seat belt assembly or installs new pretensioner screws with thread-locking sealant and a retractor spring cover with stopper ribs. Those parts are meant to keep the screws from loosening again. Parts and labor are covered by the recall, so the owner does not pay for the dealer work.
Timeline
| August 7, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 24, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V337?
Recall 13V337 covers 342,451 2005-2011 Toyota Tacoma Access Cab vehicles with seat belt pre-tensioner screws that can loosen after repeated forceful access-door closing. If the pre-tensioner detaches, the seat belt system will not perform as designed in a severe crash.
What should I do if my 2005-2011 Toyota Tacoma is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Tacoma is included in recall 13V337. If it is, contact a franchised Toyota dealer for the seat belt inspection and repair. Reference recall number 13V337 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Toyota's remedy says dealers will provide the seat belt inspection, replacement seat belt assembly, or updated pre-tensioner screw repair free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced seat belt protection in a severe crash. If the seat belt pre-tensioner detaches from the seat belt assembly, it will not perform as designed, increasing the risk of injury.
What if I bought my Toyota Tacoma used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Tacoma is included, then contact a franchised Toyota dealer and reference recall number 13V337 when scheduling service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V337000 |
|---|---|
| Toyota customer service | 1-800-331-4331 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V337 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V337000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
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