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Toyota Sienna Minivans Recalled to Fix Defective Third-Row Seats

An improperly assembled seat could increase the risk of injury to occupants

2021 Toyota Sienna
2022 Toyota Sienna
Consumer Reports

Toyota is recalling more than 168,000 Sienna minivans from the 2021 through 2025 model years to fix their third-row seats.

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Due to a manufacturing error, the bolts used to attach the third-row seatbacks may not have been tightened properly. As a result, the vehicles may not meet federal motor vehicle safety standards.

In a written statement, Toyota said that the seatbacks may not perform as intended and could increase the risk of injury to seated occupants. To fix the problem, the automaker says that dealerships will tighten the bolts to their proper specification free of charge.

Toyota Sienna Recall Details

Vehicles recalled: 2021-2025 Toyota Sienna minivans

The problem: The bolts that connect the 60/40 folding third-row seatbacks to their recliner assembly may not have been tightened to their proper specification. (The recliner assembly is used in folding and adjusting the third-row seats.) As a result, third-row occupants may have an increased risk of injury.

The fix: Toyota dealerships will tighten the bolts free of charge.

NHTSA campaign number: 25V086

How to contact the manufacturer: Owners can call Toyota at 800-331-4331.

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Keith Barry

Keith Barry has been an auto reporter at Consumer Reports since 2018. He focuses on safety, technology, and the environmental impact of cars. Previously, he led home and appliance coverage at Reviewed; reported on cars for USA Today, Wired, and Car & Driver; and wrote for other publications as well. Keith earned a master’s degree in public health from Tufts University. Follow him on BlueSky @itskeithbarry.bsky.social.