Driver's knee air bag module bolts may loosen
Defect Summary
Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 tacoma trucks manufactured august 20, 2015, to september 10, 2015. in the affected vehicles, incorrect bolts were used to install the driver's knee air bag module.
Safety Consequence
The incorrect bolts may loosen over time and affect the performance of the driver's knee air bag, increasing the risk of driver injury during a crash that necessitates deployment of the air bags.
Corrective Action
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct driver's knee air bag module mounting bolts, free of charge. the recall began on november 19, 2015. owners may contact toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is f0t.
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FAQ: Recall 15V656000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V656000?
NHTSA recall 15V656000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on October 14, 2015. It addresses: Driver's knee air bag module bolts may loosen. The recall affects approximately 306 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 15V656000 or the manufacturer campaign number F0T. 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.