Toyota Issues Massive Recall Affecting Over 680,000 Vehicles Nationwide

Lead Toyota has initiated a voluntary safety recall of more than 680,000 vehicles in the U.S. to address two separate defects: blank instrument displays in 591,000 models and faulty climate control systems in 94,320 electric SUVs.

Nut Graf The dual recall highlights emerging software and HVAC issues in recent Toyota, Lexus and Subaru models, underscoring the automaker’s proactive stance on consumer safety and compliance with NHTSA directives.

Blank Instrument Displays Halt Key Warnings

• Affected Models: Select 2023-2025 Toyota Venza, Crown, Crown Signia, RAV4, GR Corolla, 4Runner, Camry, Grand Highlander, Tacoma, Highlander, and Lexus LS, RX, TX vehicles.
• Defect: The 12.3-inch digital instrument panel may remain blank at startup, preventing drivers from seeing malfunction indicators and speed data.
• Remedy: Dealers will inspect and update meter programming or replace the combination meter at no cost. Owner notifications begin mid-November.

Climate Controls on EV SUVs May Fail

• Affected Models: 2023-2025 Toyota bZ4X, Lexus RZ300e/RZ450e, Subaru Solterra.
• Defect: HVAC software glitch can disable defroster/defogger during electrical compressor faults, risking reduced windshield visibility in cold weather.
• Remedy: Free software update for the HVAC control unit and inspection or replacement of the compressor as needed. Owners to be notified by October 20.

Next Steps for Owners Vehicle owners can check recall status online via Toyota.com/recall or NHTSA.gov by entering their VIN. Authorized Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru dealers will perform all inspections and repairs free of charge. For further assistance, contact Toyota customer support at 1-800-331-4331 or the NHTSA hotline at 1-888-327-4236.