Tokai Rika CO recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 6, 2023

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing recalls Tokai Rika CO. Ltd Front Seat Belt Assembly

Recall number

23E007000

Brand / firm

Tokai Rika CO. Ltd

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 106 units

Why it was recalled

A seat belt assembly that extends further than intended may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Tokai Rika Co LTD (Tokai Rika) is recalling certain front-seat outer right-side seat belt assemblies. Please see the recall report for a complete list of affected part numbers. The seat belt assembly force-limiter may not operate correctly, allowing the seat belt to extend further than intended after locking.

What to do

Vehicle manufacturers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the seat belt assembly, free of charge. Vehicle manufacturer was notified February 6, 2023. Toyota owners should contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Subaru owners should contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.