Toyota Recalls 30,000 Scion tCs

Airbags in 30,000 2005 and 2006 Scion tC coupes can accidentally deploy, according to a Toyota recall announced today. The company has received reports of 17 incidents where the seat-mounted and side curtain airbags deployed when the door was slammed too hard while the ignition was on or up to 90 seconds after the ignition was turned off. Faulty sensors are to blame, and Scion dealers will replace them at no charge. Luckily, there have been no accidents or injuries related to the recall. While only 20% of Scions produced contain the faulty sensors, all tC owners should contact their service department to find out if their vehicle is affected, and Toyota will issue a recall notice in the mail next month.

[Toyota Recalling Some Scion tCs Because of Side Airbags, Chicago Tribune]