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History Behind the Recall
Toyota Motor Corporation has announced a recall affecting more than 126,000 Toyota and Lexus vehicles due to a potential engine defect that could cause stalling or loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall was posted on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website and involves vehicles equipped with Toyota’s V35A engine.
According to Toyota, the issue stems from engine machining debris that may not have been fully cleared during the manufacturing process. This debris can contaminate internal engine components, leading to main bearing failure, which may cause the engine to stall unexpectedly.
This recall expands on a prior recall issued in May 2024 (NHTSA Recall No. 24V381), which covered more than 102,000 vehicles, including earlier model-year Toyota Tundra and Lexus LX vehicles. Toyota has not yet confirmed whether any injuries or crashes have occurred as a result of this issue.
Which Vehicles Are Affected
Toyota stated that 126,691 vehicles are included in the current recall, the majority of which are full-size pickup trucks. The affected vehicles include:
- 2022–2024 Toyota Tundra – 113,079 vehicles
- 2022–2024 Lexus LX – 9,895 vehicles
- 2024 Lexus GX – 3,717 vehicles
All affected vehicles are equipped with the V35A engine, and Toyota believes the contamination occurred during production, prior to vehicle delivery.
What Owners Need to Do Next
At this time, Toyota says it is still developing a repair solution. Once finalized, all necessary repairs will be performed free of charge at authorized Toyota and Lexus dealerships.
Toyota plans to:
- Notify dealers beginning November 6, and
- Notify owners once a remedy is available, expected between December 22 and January 5.
Owners with questions can contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Relevant recall numbers include:
- NHTSA Recall No.: 25V767000
- Toyota Recall Nos.: 25TB14, 25TA14
- Lexus Recall Nos.: 25LB07, 25LA07
Owners are also encouraged to check their VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the most up-to-date information.
How Toyota Owners Can Take Back Control
While this recall has been communicated to owners, many continue to be unhappy with the solutions provided by automakers. These problems have the potential to escalate into further action, underlining the importance of protecting consumer rights.
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