Toyota Recalls Highlander and Highlander Hybrid Vehicles Over Seat Back Locking Issue
Toyota is recalling approximately 550,007 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles from model years 2021-2024 because second-row seat backs may fail to lock, increasing injury risks.
What Happened
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing has issued a recall for certain 2021-2024 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The manufacturer identified a defect where the second-row seat backs may fail to lock into position during seat back adjustment.
Which Products Are Affected
This recall affects approximately 550,007 units. The following models and years are included:
- Toyota Highlander: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
- Toyota Highlander Hybrid: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
What You Should Do
Owners of the affected vehicles should contact Toyota’s customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota’s internal reference numbers for this recall are 26TB06 and 26TA06. Authorized dealers will replace the return springs in the seat back recliner assemblies free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed by April 20, 2026.
Why This Matters
A seat back that fails to lock properly may not adequately restrain an occupant during a vehicle crash. This failure significantly increases the risk of injury to passengers in the second row.
Source
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Campaign Number 26V128000.
Source: NHTSA Official Notice
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