NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2021–2025 Toyota Highlander and 1 more recall: Second-Row Seat Backs May Fail to Lock
- Recall number
- 26V128000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Category
- Vehicles › Seats
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 686588
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk Injury risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Seats
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota | Highlander | 2021–2025 |
| Toyota | Highlander Hybrid | 2021–2025 |
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The second-row seat backs may fail to lock into position during seat back adjustment.
Consequence
A seat back that fails to lock may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
What should you do?
Dealers will replace the return springs in the seat back recliner assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 9, 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota’s customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB06 and 26TA06.
Manufacturer campaign number
26TB06 / 26TA06
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V128000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.