by Key Recall Highlights
Technological Issues in Modern Cars
Modern cars are filled with technology, which appeals to innovation enthusiasts, but this also brings new risks and malfunctions. This is exactly what happened to Toyota, which is recalling nearly 600,000 vehicles in the United States due to a malfunction in the digital instrument cluster.
According to the company, the 12.3-inch display installed on a range of Toyota and Lexus models may not turn on during startup, leaving drivers with a blank screen. It is obvious that operating a vehicle without key information on the panel is dangerous. Furthermore, if the failure occurs while driving, the risk of an accident or injury increases.
Which Models Are Affected
The recall affects 591,000 vehicles from both brands—Toyota and Lexus. The list includes the Toyota Venza, Crown, Crown Signia, RAV4, GR Corolla, 4Runner, Camry, Grand Highlander, Tacoma, and Highlander. From Lexus, the affected models are the LS, RX, and TX.
A total of 15 different models from the 2023 to 2025 model years are included. However, not every example of these cars is part of the recall. For instance, only seven Toyota 4Runners and three Lexus LS500h sedans are affected, while on the other hand, over 33,000 Lexus TX and over 113,000 Toyota RAV4 vehicles are impacted.
Company Plans and Next Steps
The company will notify owners of the affected models by mid-November. Toyota and Lexus dealers have been instructed to check and update the instrument panel software or completely replace it with an improved version to resolve the issue.
This is not the only recent recall announced by Toyota. Earlier this month, it was announced that 94,320 models of the Toyota bZ4X, Subaru Solterra, and Lexus RZ would be recalled because the HVAC system may enter a safe mode, preventing the heater and defroster from operating.
Details of the Recalled Models
Recalled Models:
- LEXUS LS (2024-2025)
- LEXUS RX (2025)
- LEXUS TX (2024-2025)
- TOYOTA 4RUNNER (2025)
- TOYOTA CAMRY (2025)
- TOYOTA CROWN (2023-2025)
- TOYOTA CROWN SIGNIA (2025)
- TOYOTA GR COROLLA (2023-2025)
- TOYOTA GRAND HIGHLANDER (2024-2025)
- TOYOTA HIGHLANDER (2023-2025)
- TOYOTA RAV4 (2023-2025)
- TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID (2025)
- TOYOTA RAV4 PRIME (2023-2024)
- TOYOTA TACOMA (2024-2025)
- TOYOTA VENZA (2023-2024)
This recall underscores the importance of the reliability of electronic systems in modern cars, especially when it comes to driver safety. Manufacturers continue to face challenges related to the integration of complex technologies, which can affect thousands of customers and require swift intervention. Such incidents can also impact consumer trust in brands traditionally associated with high quality and stability.
