NHTSA recall 26V-256 (26V256000)
seats recall reported April 22, 2026 - about 4 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 26V256000
- Also written as
- 26V-256
- Manufacturer number
- 26TB09 / 26TA09
- Reported
- April 22, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- ~4
- Component
- seats
What is being recalled
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2025 RAV 4 vehicles. The front seat brackets for the seat rails may be welded improperly.
Why it is dangerous
Improperly welded seat brackets can prevent the seat from adequately restraining an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will inspect and repair the seat bracket welds as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 19, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB09 and 26TA09.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 26V-256 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
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.