Curtain shield airbag
Defect Summary
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2011 rav4 vehicles, manufactured from november 24, 2011, through december 19, 2011. in the curtain shield airbags, propellant with the incorrect specification was used for the initiator assembled in the airbag inflator. in this condition, the inflator may not perform properly, causing one or both curtain shield airbags to not deploy.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, the airbags may not deploy and will not be able to properly protect an occupant, increasing the risk of injuries.
Corrective Action
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will check the vehicle identification number to identify the curtain shield assemblies and replace the assemblies as necessary with new ones free of charge. the safety recall began on march 8, 2012. owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
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FAQ: Recall 12V029000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V029000?
NHTSA recall 12V029000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on February 1, 2012. It addresses: Curtain shield airbag. The recall affects approximately 427 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 12V029000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.