NHTSA Campaign #08V244000 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE

JUNE 03
2008

196,222 vehicles recalled

2004 TOYOTA SIENNA -- Toyota is conducting a safety improvement campaign involving 196,222 MY 2004-2006 Toyota Sienna vehicles equipped with power rear liftgate struts. The gas struts used to help lift and support the rear power liftgate could wear out sooner than expected. As the gas struts deteriorate, the performance of the liftgate will begin to degrade and the power rear liftgate will operate more slowly than when the gas struts were new.

If not repaired, the gas struts may not be able to support the weight of the liftgate when it is open eventually, the gas struts could deteriorate to the point that the liftgate will fall about ten inches after it reaches the fully open position, at which point the power motor will engage and power the liftgate to the fully closed position. This condition may cause injury to a person who is struck by the liftgate when it falls or when it is closing.

Dealers will replace the gas struts with newly designed gas struts that have a longer service life. The campaign is expected to begin during August 2008. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-888-270-9371. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V244000 »

NHTSA Campaign #05V327000 SEAT BELTS

JULY 20
2005

345,443 vehicles recalled

2004 TOYOTA SIENNA -- On certain mini vans, in the middle row seating position, the shoulder portion of the seat belt may bind in the bezel trim piece. The affected seat belt bezel is located on the shoulder portion of the seat in the right side seat of the seven passenger models and the center seating position in the eight passenger models.

If the seat belt binds in the bezel, that extra webbing may exist in the seat belt which could result in an improperly fitted seat belt on a passenger. In the event of a crash, a seat occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.

Dealers will replace the seat belt bezel and clip. The recall began August 5, 2005. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #05V327000 »

NHTSA Campaign #03V291000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

AUGUST 12
2003

34,437 vehicles recalled

2004 TOYOTA SIENNA -- On certain sport utility vehicles, a part of the fuel tank may become damaged when crashed in the insurance institute for highway safety¿S (iihs) 40 mph frontal offset crash test conditions, due to the severe impact forces generated.

If the fuel tank becomes damaged and fuel leakage occurs, a fire may result in the presence of an ignition source.

Dealers will replace the fuel tank. Owner notification began August 1, 2003. Owners should contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #03V291000 »