The 2006 Toyota Avalon has 2 recalls, both involving aftermarket heated front seats where damaged wiring can short circuit and start a fire in the seat cushion, risking burns to the occupant.
In both cases, the heating element wiring can be damaged over time, either through general wear or compression of the seat cushion, leaving the copper strands vulnerable to a short circuit. The risk in either scenario is the same: the seat can catch fire while someone is sitting in it.
At a glance
What can fail
The electrical wiring in aftermarket seat heaters with copper strand heating elements can be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed, potentially causing electrical issues.
What the fix does
Dealers will disconnect the seat heaters at no charge and refund the purchase price of the accessory.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The seat cushion may compress and damage the wiring in seat heaters with copper strand heating elements.
What the fix does
Dealers will disconnect the affected seat heaters and refund the accessory purchase price at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
