Toyota Highlander Hybrid (Toyota) – Seat Belt Anchorage Flaw (2025)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2025 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID
Brand
TOYOTA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2025
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling certain 2025 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID vehicles due to seat belts:rear/other:anchorage issues. A seat belt that does not properly restrain an occupant increases the risk of injury during a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The third row center seat belt roof anchor may have been installed at an incorrect angle, preventing the seat belt from properly restraining the occupant.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A seat belt that does not properly restrain an occupant increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will reinstall the seat belt anchor with a new bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 31, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 25TA16.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026