According to the Japanese automaker, the production line could’ve improperly manufactured Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensors in the front passenger seat, which could lead to a short circuit. If that happens, the airbag may not deploy, which, in the case of an accident, is a life-threatening issue.
If faulty OCS sensors are found, Toyota and Lexus dealers will replace them at no cost.
Meanwhile, approximately 12,600 2022-2023 Corolla Cross units could have a similar problem. In this case, though, the front passenger airbag may not deploy due to a manufacturing error in the instrument panel. Again, airbags not deploying is just as serious as inflators rupturing.