Toyota Highlander Recall R/2026/097: Seat Spring Replacement On Highlander, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 20 Apr 2026
- Launched
- 17,338
- vehicles in the UK
- 6GG11 (26SD-026)
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Toyota recalled Highlander vehicles built between 31 March 2021 and 1 November 2023. Equipped with second row seats that use recliner assemblies to unlock the seatbacks allow for seatback angle adjustment and locking due to a design change made by the supplier the recliner teeth may not fully engage during seatback adjustment. The dealer will replace the return springs in the recliner assembly with improved ones. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Equipped with second row seats that use recliner assemblies to unlock the seatbacks allow for seatback angle adjustment and locking due to a design change made by the supplier the recliner teeth may not fully engage during seatback adjustment. This could lead to the seatback not remaining in a locked position increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash at higher speeds.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: 2nd Seat Spring Replacement on Highlander Defect: For certain vehicles equipped with second row seats that use recliner assemblies to unlock the seatbacks allow for seatback angle adjustment and locking due to a design change made by the supplier the recliner teeth may not fully engage during seatback adjustment. This could lead to the seatback not remaining in a locked position increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash at higher speeds. Remedy: Replace the return springs in the recliner assembly with improved ones.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to the seatback not remaining in a locked position increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash at higher speeds.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the return springs in the recliner assembly with improved ones.
Are You Affected?
Highlander built between 31 March 2021 and 1 November 2023 may be included. Toyota estimates 17,338 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Toyota, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Toyota.
- Book with any franchised Toyota dealer, quoting the campaign code 6GG11 (26SD-026) or the DVSA reference R/2026/097. See how to get a Toyota recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| BZ4X, C-HR, Highlander, Landcruiser and 3 moreParking Assist ECU reprogram on multiple models | Low | R/2025/466 | |
| C-HR, C-HR Plug IN, Corolla, Corolla Cross and 6 moreCombination meter reprogramming on multiple models | Low | R/2025/270 | |
| HighlanderRow rear seat back frame on certain toyota Highlander | Low | R/2024/388 | |
| HighlanderOn affected vehicles minor impact to the lower front bumper cover could break the mounting tabs resulting in the lower bumper cover the engine under cover and the front wheel arch liners detaching from the vehicle while driving | Book soon | R/2023/302 | |
| Aygo, BZ4X, C-HR, Corolla and 6 moreOn affected vehicles there is a possibility that the DCM may not complete the shutdown process within a specific period of time when the ignition is turned off causing the DCM to not restart at the next ignition cycle and making the e-Call function unavailable. As a result the vehicles do not comply with relevant regulations | Urgent | R/2023/279 |
This is one of 250 Toyota recalls in DVSA’s data. The Toyota recall launched before it was R/2026/027 on 16 Mar 2026, for relay and Wire Harness installation on certain Prius. The one launched after it was R/2026/151 on 11 May 2026, for low pressure fuel pump replacement. You can also see every Toyota recall, all recalls launched in 2026 and suspension recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2026/097, launched 20 April 2026. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.