Toyota Engineering & Manufacturing: Second-row Seat Backs May Fail To Lock
Toyota is recalling certain 2021-2024 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles because the second-row seat backs may fail to lock properly when adjusted, which could reduce occupant restraint in a crash and increase injury risk. Dealers will replace the return springs in the seat back recliner assemblies at no cost to owners. Owner notification letters will be mailed starting April 20, 2026.
- Recalling firm
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Product
- Component: SEATS. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The second-row seat backs may fail to lock into position during seat back adjustment.
- Reason
- A seat back that fails to lock may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Remedy: Dealers will replace the return springs in the seat back recliner assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 20, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota’s customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB06 and 26TA06.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United States
- Agency
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Recall date
- 2026-03-05
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Nationwide
Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/fe52f3d1-57a8-4954-b6b8-b2d332f1e24e