Toyota Camry Recall R/2019/439: The Rear Seat Belt Assembly Spring May Be Installed In An Incorrect Position, Who Is Affected And What To Do

DVSA reference R/2019/439, campaign code 19SMD-097. Data updated daily from DVSA.

Urgent
How serious
2 Mar 2020
Launched
29
vehicles in the UK
19SMD-097
Manufacturer’s campaign code

Toyota recalled Camry vehicles built between 21 August 2019 and 6 September 2019. Possible improper adjustment in the webbing sensor locking mechanism during assembly. The dealer will inspect and replace the seat belt if necessary. You won't usually pay for it.1

What’s Wrong

Possible improper adjustment in the webbing sensor locking mechanism during assembly.

DVSA's Original Wording

Concern: THE REAR SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY SPRING MAY BE INSTALLED IN AN INCORRECT POSITION Defect: Possible improper adjustment in the webbing sensor locking mechanism during assembly Remedy: Inspect and replace the seat belt if necessary.

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The Risk

The recall notice describes the concern as: the rear seat belt assembly spring may be installed in an incorrect position.

The Fix

The dealer will inspect and replace the seat belt if necessary.

Are You Affected?

Camry built between 21 August 2019 and 6 September 2019 may be included. Toyota estimates 29 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Toyota, because not every car in the date range may be included.

What To Do Now

  1. Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Toyota.
  2. Book with any franchised Toyota dealer, quoting the campaign code 19SMD-097 or the DVSA reference R/2019/439. See how to get a Toyota recall fixed.
  3. Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
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This is one of 250 Toyota recalls in DVSA’s data. The Toyota recall launched before it was R/2019/420 on 24 Feb 2020, for water may enter cabin through front left and right wheel arch areas. The one launched after it was R/2020/024 on 2 Mar 2020, for the resin spacers could be deformed by heat causing the engine cylinder head bolts to…. You can also see every Toyota recall, all recalls launched in 2020 and seat belt recalls across every make.


Source: DVSA recall R/2019/439, launched 2 March 2020. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.

Sources

  1. The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.