NHTSA Recall 26V128000: Recliner (seats)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 686,588 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Toyota Highlander.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V128000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 26TB06 / 26TA06 |
| Component | SEATS › MID/REAR ASSEMBLY › RECLINER |
| Report received | March 5, 2026 |
| Owner notification | September 4, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
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. 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.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V128000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Toyota Highlander | 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 |
| Toyota Highlander Hybrid | 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 |
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.