2025 Toyota RAV4: Seats recall
NHTSA campaign 26V256000 · 4 units potentially affected · filed Apr 22, 2026
What's wrong
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2025 RAV 4 vehicles. The front seat brackets for the seat rails may be welded improperly.
Why it matters
Improperly welded seat brackets can prevent the seat from adequately restraining an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and repair the seat bracket welds as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 19, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB09 and 26TA09.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V256000
- Manufacturer no.
- 26TB09 / 26TA09
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Component
- SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
- Units affected
- 4
- Report received
- Apr 22, 2026
- Owner letters
- Jun 19, 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 RAV4 2025