NHTSA 26V128000 United States
Toyota Highlander recall: Seats:mid/rear Assembly:recliner
Official safety recall 26V128000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Campaign26V128000
ComponentSeats:mid/rear Assembly:recliner
Report date2026-03-05
ManufacturerToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota Highlander | 2021 | United States |
| Toyota Highlander | 2022 | United States |
| Toyota Highlander | 2023 | United States |
| Toyota Highlander | 2024 | United States |
| Toyota Highlander | 2025 | United States |
The problem
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.
A seat back that fails to lock may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The official remedy
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.