When were 3rd row curtain airbags introduced in 120 series Grande/Vx?

[loulou Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close loulou]

Hi, I am new here as we are about to buy our first Prado. With 3 kids and another on the way, I am holding out for a Grande or VX model that has airbags that cover the third row of seats. I have searched in vain for an exact answer to this question and have been given differing answers by different Toyota dealers so I am thinking that this is the best place with people in the know!
Is it early 2006, November 2006 or into 2007?
Also, would anyone know how I would identify a car during a test drive to tell if it has the 3rd row airbags? Location on pillars, inside Owners Manual etc?
Thanks so much for your help!

[Hutch Addicted PP Member Find all posts View Profile Close Hutch]

I think November 2006, same time the VX got leather etc.

[MDS69 Advanced Member Find all posts View Profile Close MDS69]

There is a tag on the side of the drivers seat backreat indicating side airbags. Also as you have mentioned on the A and B pillars it is embossed into the cover. I can't recall if it is embossed in the rear without going out to look at the car.

Edit: A & C pillars have the embossed airbag logo. This might only apply to option pack 1 for the auto's.

[404pug Avid PP Poster! Find all posts View Profile Close 404pug]

My VX is Nov.05 build and has the rear airbags. Neil

[siukalo Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close siukalo]

I dont think any of the 120 series had curtain airbag for the 3rd row. The side curtain only extends to the 2nd row. Mine is 120 07' and it only extends to the second row.