Missing air bag label/fmvss 208
Defect Summary
Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain 2018 toyota prius c vehicles sold in puerto rico. the front passenger air bag and recommended child occupant seating positions label may not have been attached during assembly. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Safety Consequence
If the label is missing, occupants may not follow the proper restraint usage guidelines, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Toyota will notify owners and will mail the removable labels to all known owners of the subject vehicles, free of charge. the recall began on april 11, 2018. owners may contact toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. toyota's number for this recall is j0l.
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FAQ: Recall 18V176000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V176000?
NHTSA recall 18V176000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on March 15, 2018. It addresses: Missing air bag label/fmvss 208. The recall affects approximately 19 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 18V176000 or the manufacturer campaign number J0L. 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.