NHTSA Campaign 26V128000
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · Reported Mar 5, 2026 · 550,007 vehicles affected
What's wrong
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.
Consequence
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. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed April 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Toyota’s customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB06 and 26TA06.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2021 | 550,007 |
| TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2022 | 550,007 |
| TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2023 | 550,007 |
| TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER | 2024 | 550,007 |
| TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER HYBRID | 2021 | 550,007 |
| TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER HYBRID | 2022 | 550,007 |
| TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER HYBRID | 2023 | 550,007 |
| TOYOTA | HIGHLANDER HYBRID | 2024 | 550,007 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 26V128000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.