2005–2008 Pontiac Vibe and 2003–2008 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix recall: Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 19V627000
- Reported
- August 28, 2019
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Part
- Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module
- Vehicles affected
- About 229,460
What is wrong
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2003-2008 Corolla, 2005-2008 Corolla Matrix, and Pontiac Vibe vehicles equipped with a front passenger air bag assembly replaced under a prior recall. The air bag may not unfold as designed during inflation under high temperature conditions, possibly resulting in the air bag not inflating properly.
Safety risk
An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Toyota will notify their owners. Pontiac Vibe owners will be notified by GM. Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assembly or sub-assembly, free of charge. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are K1Q and K0Q. Pontiac owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-762-2737. GM's number for this recall is N192273760.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Pontiac Vibe (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008); Toyota Corolla (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008); Toyota Corolla Matrix (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
What is the fix?
Toyota will notify their owners. Pontiac Vibe owners will be notified by GM. Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assembly or sub-assembly, free of charge. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are K1Q and K0Q. Pontiac owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-762-2737. GM's number for this recall is N192273760.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.