The problem
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2014 Highlander vehicles manufactured November 20, 2013, through January 18, 2014. The third row middle seat belt assembly might not have been properly secured to the vehicle floor anchorage during vehicle assembly. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
The risk
A seat belt that is not properly secured to its anchorage could increase the risk of injury to an occupant in the event of a crash.
The fix
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third row middle seat belt anchor, and, if necessary, properly secure it to the vehicle floor anchorage, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 14V-051 (14V051000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Component | Seat belts › Rear/other |
| Report date | February 7, 2014 |
| Owners notified | March 17, 2014 |
| Vehicles affected | 7,067 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 14V-051 repair free?
Yes. Toyota dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third row middle seat belt anchor, and, if necessary, properly secure it to the vehicle floor anchorage, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2014.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 7,067 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.