Takata airbag recall Canada 2026 covers Toyota and Lexus models

Toyota Canada announced on November 13, 2026 a safety recall of certain Toyota and Lexus vehicles over a front passenger airbag inflator made by Takata. The Takata airbag recall in Canada involves approximately 8,646 vehicles. Owners will be notified by January 11, 2027.

The recall covers these models and model years:

• 2016–2017 Toyota 4Runner
• 2003–2008 Toyota Corolla
• 2005–2007 Toyota Sequoia
• 2005–2006 Toyota Tundra
• 2017 Lexus GX460
• 2002–2010 Lexus SC430

The defect and the risk

The propellant in the affected inflators can degrade over time when exposed to certain temperature and humidity conditions. Degraded propellant can cause the inflator to rupture when the airbag deploys. In that event, metal fragments may pass through the airbag and into the cabin at high speed, which may injure or kill vehicle occupants.

The repair

Toyota and Lexus dealers will fix affected vehicles at no cost to the owner. Depending on the model, the dealer will either replace the front passenger airbag inflator or replace the entire airbag assembly.

Checking a vehicle

Toyota directs owners to enter their vehicle identification number at Toyota.ca/recall or Lexus.ca/recall to confirm whether a vehicle is included. The list of involved vehicles is current as of the filing date and may change.

Owners with questions can reach the Toyota Customer Interaction Centre at 1-888-TOYOTA-8 (1-888-869-6828). Lexus owners can call Lexus Guest Service at 1-800-26-LEXUS (1-800-265-3987).

Image: 2016 Toyota 4Runner, photo by RL GNZLZ via Wikimedia Commons, licensed CC BY-SA 2.0. Illustrative: the recall covers other models and model years as listed above.