Curtain shield air bag system
Defect Summary
On certain vehicles equipped with curtain side air bags (csa), the csa tether strap located in the front pillars may have been incorrectly routed during the assembly process.
Safety Consequence
If the tether strap is not correctly routed, the front side of the csa may not deploy as designed, which may result in insufficient occupant protection during a side impact crash or rollover event.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect both csa front tether straps, and if necessary, reroute them. the recall began on december 21, 2006. owners may contact toyota at 1-888-270-9371.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing or involving Air Bags.
FAQ: Recall 06V488000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 06V488000?
NHTSA recall 06V488000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on December 21, 2006. It addresses: Curtain shield air bag system. The recall affects approximately 160 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06V488000 or the manufacturer campaign number 60J. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.