Rear bench seat bracket loose/fmvss 207, 210, 225
Defect Summary
Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain 2017 toyota tundra vehicles. one of the rear split bench seat leg brackets may not have been properly tightened to the vehicle's floor pan, possibly allowing the seat to move in a crash. a vehicle with an improperly tightened seat leg bracket could fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 207, "seating systems," 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages," and 225, "child restraint anchorage systems."
Safety Consequence
If the rear split bench seat moves in a crash, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the five seat leg bracket bolts, as necessary, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin march 2018. owners may contact toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. toyota's number for this recall is j0i.
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FAQ: Recall 18V123000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V123000?
NHTSA recall 18V123000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on February 20, 2018. It addresses: Rear bench seat bracket loose/fmvss 207, 210, 225. The recall affects approximately 8,769 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 18V123000 or the manufacturer campaign number J0I. 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.