Seat trim can interfere with air bag deployment
Defect Summary
Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain 2020 highlander and highlander hybrid vehicles. incorrect seat trim covers on one or both of the front seats can prevent the seat-mounted side air bag from deploying properly.
Safety Consequence
Improper deployment of the seat-mounted side air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seats and replace the seat trim covers as necessary, free of charge. the recall began december 11, 2020. owners may contact toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. toyota's number for this recall is 20tb14 / 20ta14.
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FAQ: Recall 20V633000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V633000?
NHTSA recall 20V633000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on October 14, 2020. It addresses: Seat trim can interfere with air bag deployment. The recall affects approximately 3,121 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 20V633000 or the manufacturer campaign number 20TB14 / 20TA14. 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.