If you’ve got a Toyota Tundra, a Sequoia or a Sienna, you should definitely check the latest National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls about it because you might be concerned; the issue involves second-row seats, road safety, compliance with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard regarding rear visibility, and all the traffic risks that this can cause.
More than 54,000 2025 model year Sienna Hybrid minivans and around 394,000 Toyota Tundra (including Tundra Hybrid) and Toyota Sequoia Hybrid models from 2022–2025 and 2023–2025, respectively, are among the impacted automobiles.
The problems include improperly welded second-row seat rails in the Sienna and a multimedia system software glitch that can prevent some Tundra and Sequoia vehicles from seeing the rearview.
Although Lexus cars are not included in these particular recalls, Toyota has recalled approximately 40,000 Camry Hybrid and Lexus NX and RX models due to possible damage to the seat belts in the second row. The company claims that no injuries linked to the latest recalls have been reported, and it is providing free fixes. Toyota customer care will provide extra assistance, and owners will get correspondence.
What’s the recall about?
First, the company recalled the 2025 Toyota Sienna Hybrid minivans because of second-row seat rails that “may not have been welded correctly.” This flaw could make it more difficult for the seat to securely restrain a passenger in an accident, which raises the possibility of harm, the NHTSA said. Announced on October 7, this action covers a total of 54,631 Sienna Hybrid automobiles. Owners won’t have to pay for Toyota to replace the second-row seat rails. It is planned that interim letters describing the risk will be delivered by November 21. Additional warnings will be sent by December 6 once the definitive solution is available.
Second, Toyota recalled 393,838 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid models (model years 2022–2025) and Sequoia Hybrid models (2023–2025) on October 1. The problem is caused by a software glitch in cars that might make it impossible for the rearview camera image to show up when the car is in reverse. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 111, which regulates rear visibility, is not met by this. Toyota will offer a free software upgrade for the multimedia display in these cars. Letters of notification to owners are scheduled for this campaign by November 16.
According to Toyota, there have been no complaints of injuries linked to these recall conditions as of yet.
What owners should do next
Why is this important for traffic safety? The incorrectly welded seat rails on the Sienna Hybrid could compromise passenger retention in case of an accident, which vital for second-row vehicle seats. No rearview picture on the Tundra and Sequoia can make it more difficult for drivers to recognize objects or people behind the car when reversing; which is a situation that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 111 specifically addresses.
The reparations needed, both the software upgrade for the Tundra and Sequoia multimedia screens and the replacement of the second-row seat rails for the Sienna Hybrid.are being covered by Toyota.
Mails are being sent out to inform people about the recalls, but for customers who need help, they can contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. The goal here, is prevention,the more people are aware of the situation, the easier will be to react.
Automotive industry and road safety
These recalls are part of a larger trend in the automobile industry in an effort at keeping legal and secure vehicles.
There’s no need to panic; If you own any of the vehicles listed before, an email will be send to you with further instructions, and if you have any doubt, you can alwayd call the customer support hotline and ask all your questions.