Toyota Aygo X, BZ4X Recall R/2022/288: Curtain Shield Airbag Straps That Support Proper Airbag Deployment Might Not Have Been…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 14 Nov 2022
- Launched
- 763
- vehicles in the UK
- 22SMD-091
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Toyota recalled Aygo X, BZ4X vehicles built between 2 November 2021 and 15 June 2022. There is a possibility curtain airbag straps may not have been routed in the correct orientation. The dealer will inspect the straps used to assist in curtain shield airbag deployment and correct any improperly assembled straps. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
There is a possibility curtain airbag straps may not have been routed in the correct orientation.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: CURTAIN SHIELD AIRBAG STRAPS THAT SUPPORT PROPER AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT MIGHT NOT HAVE BEEN ROUTED CORRECTLY Defect: There is a possibility curtain airbag straps may not have been routed in the correct orientation. Remedy: Inspect the straps used to assist in curtain shield airbag deployment and correct any improperly assembled straps.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: curtain shield airbag straps that support proper airbag deployment might not have been routed correctly.
The Fix
The dealer will inspect the straps used to assist in curtain shield airbag deployment and correct any improperly assembled straps.
Are You Affected?
Aygo X, BZ4X built between 2 November 2021 and 15 June 2022 may be included. Toyota estimates 763 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.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Toyota.
- Book with any franchised Toyota dealer, quoting the campaign code 22SMD-091 or the DVSA reference R/2022/288. See how to get a Toyota recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| BZ4X, C-HR, Highlander, Landcruiser and 3 moreParking Assist ECU reprogram on multiple models | Low | R/2025/466 | |
| BZ4XElectric Compressor | Low | R/2025/372 | |
| BZ4XCamera replacement on multiple models | Low | R/2024/251 | |
| BZ4XLSS & TSS 3.0 forward recognition camera on multiple models | Low | R/2024/249 | |
| Aygo XAudio head unit replacement on certain Aygo x | Low | R/2024/195 |
This is one of 250 Toyota recalls in DVSA’s data. The Toyota recall launched before it was R/2022/287 on 14 Nov 2022, for due to an improper programming of hybrid system vehicle might not enter a failsafe driving…. The one launched after it was R/2022/311 on 14 Nov 2022, for due to an improper lubricant used during the manufacturing process the improper lubricant…. You can also see every Toyota recall, all recalls launched in 2022 and airbag recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2022/288, launched 14 November 2022. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- 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.