Improperly welded seat brackets
Defect Summary
Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain 2025 rav 4 vehicles. The front seat brackets for the seat rails may be welded improperly.
Safety Consequence
Improperly welded seat brackets can prevent the seat from adequately restraining an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and repair the seat bracket welds as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed june 7, 2026. Owners may contact toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26tb09 and 26ta09.
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FAQ: Recall 26V256000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V256000?
NHTSA recall 26V256000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on April 22, 2026. It addresses: Improperly welded seat brackets. The recall affects approximately 4 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seats component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V256000 or the manufacturer campaign number 26TB09 / 26TA09. 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: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.