Toyota Camry Front Passenger Seat & OCS Sensor Defect Investigation

Current Investigations

Toyota Camry Front Passenger Seat & OCS Sensor Defect

Scott Hirsch Law Group PLLC is currently investigating certain 2020–2024 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid sedans for critical safety defects relating to the front passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS). A manufacturing and sensor calibration defect within the passenger seat cushion can cause the OCS to short-circuit, miscalculate passenger weight, or fail to detect seated adults, preventing the front passenger airbag from deploying during a crash.

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Camry Owners Report Deactivated Airbags and Warning Light Errors

Drivers and passengers report frequent instances where the "Passenger Airbag OFF" indicator illuminates or remains lit even when an adult occupant is seated in the front passenger seat. This failure directly disables the front passenger airbag and advanced restraint systems, leaving occupants completely unprotected in the event of a front-end or side-impact collision. In other cases, owners report persistent SRS airbag warning lights, seatbelt reminder chime malfunctions, and electrical short circuits linked to moisture exposure and defective sensor wiring underneath the seat.

Inadequate Dealer Remedies, Part Backorders, and Costly Out-of-Warranty Estimates

While Toyota issued safety recalls for select models regarding sensor short circuits caused by water leaks, many owners of unrecalled or newer Camry models continue to experience identical OCS failures. Dealerships frequently state they are unable to replicate the intermittent sensor error or advise owners that the entire front passenger seat cushion assembly must be replaced at a substantial out-of-pocket cost exceeding $1,500 to $3,000 once warranties expire. We are investigating whether Toyota manufactured and sold these vehicles with knowledge of defective passenger occupancy sensors.

Have you experienced passenger airbag warning lights, deactivated airbags, or OCS sensor failures in your Toyota Camry?

Please take a moment to complete our Toyota Camry Passenger Seat Defect Questionnaire. By sharing your experience, you help our legal team quickly understand what happened and assess your situation; Our team promptly reviews your submission, directly contacts you to gather additional information, and clarifies any inquiries you may have. Rest assured that your information will remain confidential.

Toyota Camry Passenger Seat Defect Questionnaire (Click Here)

This is a confidential questionnaire provided by the attorneys at Scott Hirsch Law Group PLLC for the purposes of investigating potential legal claims against Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. related to occupant classification system and passenger airbag defects affecting Toyota Camry vehicles. Your information will not be shared.