2025 Toyota RAV4 Recalled Over Seat Issue

In April 2026, Toyota began recalling select 2025 Toyota RAV4 models over improperly secured seats.

The defect: the front seat brackets for the seat rails may be welded improperly.

The hazards: improperly welded seat brackets can prevent the seat from adequately restraining an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Components: seats critical fasteners

Affected vehicles: 2025 Toyota RAV4

Number of vehicles affected: 4

The fix: dealers will inspect and repair the seat bracket welds as necessary, free of charge.

Source: Toyota’s filing with NHTSA

Owners should: look for the recall letter Toyota mailed on June 19, 2026, or check their VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Toyota’s numbers for this recall are 26TB09 and 26TA09.

Contacts:

• Toyota customer service: 1-800-331-4331
• Toyota recall numbers: 26TB09 and 26TA09
• NHTSA campaign number: 26V256000
• NHTSA vehicle safety hotline: 1-888-327-4236
• Check a VIN: nhtsa.gov/recalls