Toyota Avalon Hybrid, RAV4 Hybrid +2 more: Steering — column

Affects Toyota Avalon Hybrid, RAV4 Hybrid, Avalon, RAV4 · 2020–2021 — about 161 vehicles.

The hazard

In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not perform as designed can increase the risk of injury.

What to do

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering column, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB17/20TA17.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational