2012–2013 Model Year Avalon,Camry, Camry Hybrid, Venza Recall D0T

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Condensed water can accumulate at the bottom of the HVAC unit housing in the subject vehicles if the HVAC drain hose becomes clogged. Due to the location of the housing seam, which is directly above the airbag control module, the accumulated water could leak through the seam onto the module.

If the circuit board inside the module becomes wet, a short circuit could occur between adjacent terminals of specific circuits, resulting in illumination of the airbag warning light. In some instances, the air bag(s) could become disabled or could inadvertently deploy. An airbag that deploys inadvertently can, under some circumstances, increase the risk of minor injury or the possibility of a crash. An inoperative airbag can increase the risk of injury in a severe crash.

In limited instances, the power steering assist function could become inoperable because the CAN communication line in the airbag control module is damaged. Loss of power steering assist results in increased steering effort and can increase the risk of a crash at low speeds.

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Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will seal the air conditioning condenser unit housing and install a protective cover on the airbag control module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during December 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.