The 2008 Toyota Avalon has 2 recalls, both involving aftermarket heated seat wiring that can short circuit and start a fire in the seat beneath the occupant.
Both recalls center on the same front seat heater system. In one case, the copper heating element can be damaged and short, raising the risk of fire. In the other, the seat cushion can compress over time and pinch the heater wiring, causing it to short and the seat material to burn, which can injure the person 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.
