Seat heater electrical wiring
Defect Summary
Southeast toyota distributors, llc (set) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4runner, highlander, sequoia, and sienna, 2005-2010 avalon and tundra, 2006-2008 camry solara, 2006-2010 highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 rav4 and tacoma, 2007-2010 fj cruiser, 2007-2011 camry hybrid, 2009-2010 venza, 2010-2012 prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 corolla vehicles equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters with a copper strand heating element. the electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.
Safety Consequence
If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Set will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on july 14, 2016. Owners may contact set customer service at 1-866-405-4226. Set number for this recall is set16b.
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Other recalls from Southeast Toyota Distributors, Llc or involving Seats.
FAQ: Recall 16V396000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V396000?
NHTSA recall 16V396000 was issued by Southeast Toyota Distributors, Llc on June 2, 2016. It addresses: Seat heater electrical wiring. The recall affects approximately 7,749 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seats component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Southeast Toyota Distributors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V396000 or the manufacturer campaign number SET16B. 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.