NHTSA Recall # | 144888 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 20V633000 |
MFG Compaign # | 20TB14 / 20TA14 |
Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing |
Supplier | TOYOTA |
Brand | TOYOTA |
Model | HIGHLANDER HYBRID |
Model Year | 2020 |
Component | AIR BAGS |
Date of notification | 11/12/20 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 04/10/24 |
End date of manufacturing | 04/10/24 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 14/10/20 |
Report created | 14/10/20 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 3121 |
Defect 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 summary | Improper deployment of the seat-mounted side air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash. |
Corrective action | 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 1-800-442-8696. Toyota's number for this recall is 20tb14 / 20ta14. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |