Defect Description For Recall
Southeast Toyota Distributors, Llc (Set) Is Recalling Certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, And Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon And Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander Hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 And Tacoma, 2007-2010 Fj Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry Hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 And 2005-2010 Camry, And 1989 And 2009-2010 Corolla Vehicles Equipped With Aftermarket Accessory Seat Heaters With A Copper Strand Heating Element. The Electrical Wiring In The Seat Heaters May Be Damaged When The Seat Cushion Is Compressed.
Make Of Vehicle
TOYOTA
Model Of Vehicle
CAMRY
Year
1988
Recall Campaign Number
16V396000
Component Description
Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/Cooler
Effect Of Defect
If Damaged, The Copper Strand Heating Element May Short Circuit, Increasing The Risk Of A Fire.
Fix Defect
Set Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Disconnect The Seat Heaters, Free Of Charge, And Refund The Purchase Price Of The Seat Heater Accessory. The Recall Began On July 14, 2016. Owners May Contact Set Customer Service At 1-866-405-4226. Set Number For This Recall Is Set16B.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Southeast Toyota Distributors, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
19871205
End Of Manufacture
20120127
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
7749
Date Owners Notified
20160714
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Corporation
Date Report Received
20160602
Make Campaign Number
SET16B