TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2020: SEATS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V633000

Make Model Year
TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2020
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-12-11 2020-10-14 2020-10-14

Manufacturers Involved: Toyota Motor Corporation

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 20TB14 / 20TA14

Component: SEATS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 3121

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Consequence

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.