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NHTSA Recall 20V633000: Seats and air bags

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,121 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Toyota Highlander.

3,121
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2020
owners notified (December 11)
NHTSA campaign20V633000
Manufacturer campaign20TB14 / 20TA14
ComponentsSEATS; AIR BAGS
Report receivedOctober 14, 2020
Owner notificationDecember 11, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 Highlander and Highlander hybrid vehicles. Incorrect seat trim covers on one or both of the front seats can prevent the seat-mounted side air bag from deploying properly.

Safety risk

Improper deployment of the seat-mounted side air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seats and replace the seat trim covers as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB14 / 20TA14.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 20V633000

Make and modelModel years
Toyota Highlander2020
Toyota Highlander Hybrid2020

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.