Occupant classification system/fmvss 208
Defect Summary
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2013 scion fr-s vehicles manufactured from march 22, 2012, through may 14, 2012. the owners manual contains an inaccurate description of the actual operation of the front passenger occupant classification system. other portions of the owners manual, describing the air bag system, require clarification. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 208, occupant crash protection.
Safety Consequence
If a user reads and follows inaccurate owners manual information, this could lead to an increased risk of injury to a front passenger seat occupant under certain crash conditions.
Corrective Action
Toyota will notify owners, and will mail corrected inserts for the owners manuals, free of charge. the safety recall began on july 3, 2012. owners may contact toyota at 1-866-707-2466.
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FAQ: Recall 12V255000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V255000?
NHTSA recall 12V255000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on June 5, 2012. It addresses: Occupant classification system/fmvss 208. The recall affects approximately 1,156 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V255000 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.