NHTSA recall 25V-872 (25V872000)
seat belts recall reported December 17, 2025 - about 39 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 25V872000
- Also written as
- 25V-872
- Manufacturer number
- 25TA16
- Reported
- December 17, 2025
- Vehicles affected
- ~39
- Component
- seat belts
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
A seat belt that does not properly restrain an occupant increases the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will reinstall the seat belt anchor with a new bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 27, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 25TA16.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 25V-872 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.