Transport CanadaHigh Risk
2012 TOYOTA AVALONTransport Canada Recall #2018457
The official notice
Defect
On certain vehicles that had the driver’s and/or front passenger's seat belt buckle replaced, a switch within the replacement buckle may incorrectly signal that the seat belt is always buckled. In the event of a crash, this may cause the airbag system not work as designed, and could increase the risk of injury to the occupant(s).
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the signal from the seat belt switch and replace the inner seat belt assembly as needed.
215 vehicles affectedMfr ref: SRC R64Updated June 10, 2026