Recall 16V906 affects 12 2016-2017 Toyota Avalon and Camry vehicles for incorrect knee air bag fasteners. Repair is free at any franchised Toyota dealer.
Toyota is recalling 12 2016-2017 Avalon and Camry vehicles because the front passenger knee air bag module was attached to the lower instrument panel with incorrect fasteners. Incorrect fasteners can loosen over time, affect air bag deployment, and increase the risk of injury; Toyota dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front passenger knee air bag module in the 2016-2017 Toyota Avalon and Camry sits behind the lower instrument panel. Its job is to help control front passenger knee and leg movement during a crash, working with the rest of the air bag system and the structure around the dashboard.
On affected vehicles, Toyota says the module was attached with the wrong tapping screws during assembly. Those screws can damage the mounting holes in the knee air bag module, then loosen as the vehicle is driven. If the module is not held firmly in place, it cannot be counted on to stay positioned as designed when the air bag system deploys.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is in the hidden mounting hardware behind the lower dash, so an owner would not hear it, see a warning light, or feel a change while driving.
Who's affected?
Covers the Avalon and Camry across the 2016 and 2017 model years, with the same air bag system component listed for both.
| 2016 Toyota Avalon | air bag system |
|---|---|
| 2017 Toyota Camry | air bag system |
| Units affected | 12 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
Incorrect air bag fasteners can loosen over time, interfere with air bag deployment, and increase the risk of injury. If your 2016-2017 Avalon or Camry is included, schedule the inspection and repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Toyota dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Toyota Avalon or Camry is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Toyota dealer to schedule the free passenger-knee-air-bag fastener inspection and repair.
- Ask the dealer to inspect the lower instrument panel fasteners; Toyota will replace the instrument panel brace and body bracket and reattach the air bag assembly when the wrong fasteners are found.
- Bring the recall notice if Toyota mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V906 when you call.
- Use caution with front passenger seating until the repair is complete, because loose fasteners can affect knee air bag deployment.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Toyota technician inspects the fasteners for the front passenger knee air bag module. If the fasteners are incorrect, the technician replaces the instrument panel brace and body bracket, then reattaches the air bag assembly to the lower instrument panel. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through Toyota's New Vehicle Limited Warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because owners were notified within the active warranty period.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| December 13, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| December 13, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 13, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 16, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
| February 8, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V906?
Recall 16V906 covers 12 Toyota vehicles: certain 2016 Avalon and 2017 Camry models with front passenger knee air bag modules attached with incorrect fasteners. Toyota dealers will inspect the fasteners and complete the needed air bag mounting repair for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Toyota Avalon or Camry is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 16V906. If it is, contact a franchised Toyota dealer to schedule the fastener inspection and repair. Reference recall number 16V906 and Toyota recall number G05 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Toyota dealers will inspect the front passenger knee air bag fasteners and, if needed, replace the instrument panel brace and body bracket and reattach the air bag assembly for free.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is reduced front passenger knee air bag performance in a crash. Incorrect fasteners can loosen over time, affect air bag deployment, and increase injury risk. Confirm with your VIN, then have a Toyota dealer complete the inspection and repair for free.
What if I bought my Toyota Avalon or Camry used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law requires Toyota to honor the recall regardless of ownership history. If you never received the 2017 owner notice, check your VIN and reference recall number 16V906 when you contact a Toyota dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V906000 |
|---|---|
| Toyota customer service | 1-800-331-4331 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V906 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V906000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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