Child seat may not secure properly/fmvss 225
Defect Summary
Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 tacoma vehicles. one or more of the individual welds in the upper child seat anchors may be insufficient. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 225, "child restraint anchorage system."
Safety Consequence
An insufficient weld may prevent the child seat from being anchored properly, allowing the seat to move during a sudden stop or crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the upper child seat anchors and reweld the child seat anchors, as necessary. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed september 02, 2022. owners may contact toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. toyota's number for this recall is 22tb09/ 22ta09.
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FAQ: Recall 22V520000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 22V520000?
NHTSA recall 22V520000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on July 21, 2022. It addresses: Child seat may not secure properly/fmvss 225. The recall affects approximately 75,316 vehicles, with the defect involving the Child Seat component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22V520000 or the manufacturer campaign number 22TB09/ 22TA09. 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.