2003 Toyota Corolla Air Bags Problems
- 302
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 302 stored complaint records:
- 43 indicate a crash
- 31 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- issue failure · 44 records
- takata recall · 30 records
- part recall · 28 records
- recall issue · 28 records
- recall notified · 18 records
- failure mileage · 14 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 150–400k mi | 36 |
| 100–150k mi | 29 |
| 60–100k mi | 24 |
| 1–30k mi | 7 |
| 30–60k mi | 7 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Air Bags · Suspension
I was driving and was in the process of coming to a stop when the airbags deployed and i was knocked out. I was the only one in the vehicle when both airbags deployed and caused extensive damage to the car.. I ran into something which caused me.to.stop.. And caused more damage on the outside and right tire.. I have never been in any accident before or have i had issues with the car prior to this. *tr
Crash reported
ODI 10561472
Air Bags
I received a safety recall followup notification in early january 2014 regarding the front passenger airbag inflator module issue. I never received the first notice for this recall. I made an appointment with the westchester, ny toyota dealership to have my car evaluated and dropped it off on january 14th. I got a call the next day saying that i would need to have a part replaced and that i would be given a rental…
ODI 10568069
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota corolla. The contact received a notification for recall nhtsa campaign id number 13v133000 (air bag). The dealer and the manufacturer were contacted numerous times and they were not able to specify when the parts would be available for the repairs. The repair was not taken care of in a reasonable amount of time. The contact had not experienced a failure.
ODI 10615086
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota corolla. The contact was driving 45 mph and crashed into another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy however, no one was injured. On a second occasion, the contact was completing a turn and crashed. The air bags failed to deploy and two passengers sustained injuries. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was not taken for inspection of the air bag failures. The vehicle was…
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 10559834
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota corolla. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number:15v043000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
ODI 10721880
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota corolla. The contact received a notification for nhtsa campaign number: 14v312000 (air bags) however, the part was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Updated 5/5/15*cn
ODI 10679977
Air Bags
I received a recall notice in the mail regarding the airbags for my toyota camry. I took my car to the dealership (courtesy toyota on 436 in orlando) for this repair. Shortly thereafter, the airbag warning light came on. I returned to the dealership to check why the light was illuminated on the dash. I was told it just needed to be reset. When i left the dealership, the light was off, but after driving about 10…
ODI 10653770
Air Bags
In november, 2013 the ourisman chantilly toyota dealer serviced my car for 2 air bag related recalls. In december 2013 my car skid on ice and hit the jersey barrier head on with a significant front impact. The front bumper was all damaged but none of the air bags deployed. I have contacted the toyota dealer "ourisman toyota" in chantilly, va where i had purchased the vehicle new in 2003. The manager responded that…
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 10573788
Air Bags
2003 toyota corolla. Consumer writes in regards to replacement parts not available to complete front passenger airbag inflator module recall notice. *smd
ODI 10748411
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owned a 2003 toyota corolla. The contact was traveling 35 mph and became involved in a crash. The air bags failed to deploy. The driver sustained bruising from the crash. The vehicle was towed to a salvage yard but was not inspected or repaired. The vehicle was deemed as destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 164,000.
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10555038
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota corolla. The contact stated that nhtsa campaign number 14v350000 (air bags) was performed however, the air bag warning light began to illuminate after the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 20,034.
ODI 10630993
Air Bags · Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota corolla. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 15v043000 (electrical system), and 15v286000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Updated…
ODI 10786131
Air Bags
The vehicle in front was turning to the left and decided to make a u-turn and hit front to front left. *tr
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 10548506
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota corolla. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 15v285000 and 15v043000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
ODI 10782364
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota corolla. The contact stated that the vehicle was serviced under a manufacturer's recall for the air bags. The airbag warning lamp illuminated shortly after having the recall service performed. The vehicle was not taken for diagnosis or repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the incident. The approximate failure mileage was 106000. Updated 03/31/14*lj the vehicle is being…
ODI 10549042
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota corolla. The contact received a notification for a manufacturer's air bag recall; however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
ODI 10780820
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota corolla. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 13v133000 (air bags) in the mail several months ago and stated that the dealer informed him the parts were not available for the repair. The manufacture was notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Updated 11/15/13*cn the consumer stated the dealer fixed the vehicle. Updated 11/21/13
ODI 10545537
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota corolla. The contact stated that the air bag warning lamp flashed indicating a malfunction. The vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v312000 (air bags). The authorized dealer was contacted several times and indicated that the part needed was not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and was not able to provide a reasonable timeframe to schedule the…
ODI 10689577
Air Bags
Leaving a stop light on a highway going approximately 30 to 35 mph. The driver and passenger airbags deployed with no collision, bumps, or road construction. *jb
ODI 10544311
Air Bags
2003 toyota corolla. Consumer writes in regards to defective air bag recall notice. *smd the consumer stated she received a recall letter regarding an air issue. The air bag light had already illuminated. When she arrived at the dealership to have the problem rectified, she was informed in order to correct the problems, she would have to pay $384.16. The consumer provided an invoice, that showed the sensor and…
ODI 10549144
Air Bags
I received a recall on my airbags a few months back. I took it to dealership last week and was told that there were two parts recalled. The dealership fixed those but then told me that my airbag light will stay on because i also need a new spiral cord which is not recalled. They wanted $500.00 bucks! After reading multiple complaints for the same thing, i am outraged that people have been hurt over this issue. The…
ODI 10536269
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota corolla. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 13v133000 (air bags) and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for service. The air bag warning light illuminated after the repair. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000.
ODI 10536380
Air Bags
I was notified three months ago that there was a problem with the air bag system in my 2003 toyota corolla. I was told the air bag would not deploy in an accident. I immediately brought the car to the toyota dealership. The dealership stated the part to correct the problem was not available. They would notify me when the part came in. I have since called the dealership several times with no success and months have…
ODI 10523557
Air Bags · Air Conditioner
2003 toyota corolla. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle air conditioner and airbag recall repair issues. *smd the consumer stated the air condition worked perfectly well, prior to visiting the dealer. An inspection revealed a relay switch needed to be replaced. *jb updated 02/02/16*lj updated 10/20/2017*cn
ODI 10725027
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota corolla le. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 13v133000 (air bags), however the part needed to complete the service was unavailable. The manufacturer was notified and they were unable to provide an expected date for the remedy part to become available. The contact had not experience a failure.
ODI 10531829