2021–2025 Toyota Highlander, Toyota Highlander Hybrid: Seats recall
NHTSA campaign 26V128000 · 687K units potentially affected · filed Mar 5, 2026
What's wrong
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.
Why it matters
A seat back that fails to lock may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
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 Toyotaâs customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB06 and 26TA06.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V128000
- Manufacturer no.
- 26TB06 / 26TA06
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Component
- SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
- Units affected
- 686,588
- Report received
- Mar 5, 2026
- Owner letters
- Sep 4, 2026
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Toyota Highlander 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
- Toyota Highlander Hybrid 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025