Seat belt failure due to incorrect height adjuster
Defect Summary
Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 toyota sienna vehicles manufactured february 15, 2016, to february 19, 2016. in the affected vehicles, incorrect front seat belt height adjusters may have been installed. during a crash, this incorrect height adjuster may contact the b-pillar and tear or separate.
Safety Consequence
Failure and detachment of seat belt height adjuster would result in the occupant not being properly restrained in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belt height adjusters, free of charge. the recall began on april 29, 2016. owners may contact toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. toyota's number for this recall is g0h.
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FAQ: Recall 16V197000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V197000?
NHTSA recall 16V197000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on April 7, 2016. It addresses: Seat belt failure due to incorrect height adjuster. The recall affects approximately 234 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V197000 or the manufacturer campaign number G0H. 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.