Second row seat assembly/fmvss 207
Defect Summary
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2013 highlander vehicles manufactured march 13, 2013, through august 6, 2013. in the affected vehicles, the second row left hand seat may not lock in place when positioned in the forward front or second adjusting position. as such, the vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 207, "seating systems."
Safety Consequence
If the seat does not lock into the seat track, there may be an increased risk of injury to an occupant in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will modify the second row left hand seat so that it will lock into the seat track, free of charge. The recall began on may 21, 2014. owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
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FAQ: Recall 14V148000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V148000?
NHTSA recall 14V148000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on March 27, 2014. It addresses: Second row seat assembly/fmvss 207. The recall affects approximately 46,757 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V148000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.