Improper seat belt restraint software/fmvss 208
Defect Summary
Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 highlander and highlander hybrid vehicles. The affected vehicles may have improper software installed in the air bag electronic control unit (ecu) for the operation of the front passenger seat belt force limiter, and as a result, the force limiter may use the restraint setting designed for small occupants, such as those that weigh approximately 110 pounds, for all occupants regardless of their size. As such, some of these vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, a larger front passenger seat occupant may not be properly restrained and be at an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will install a software update in the air bag electronic control unit, free of charge. The recall began on june 27, 2014. owners may contact toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
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FAQ: Recall 14V272000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V272000?
NHTSA recall 14V272000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on May 22, 2014. It addresses: Improper seat belt restraint software/fmvss 208. The recall affects approximately 48,840 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V272000 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.