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automotive2 months ago

Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Recall Over 1 Million Vehicles for Various Safety Issues

Toyota is recalling over 127,000 Tundra and Lexus LX SUVs from 2022-2024 due to a manufacturing defect in the twin-turbo V6 engine that can cause knocking, rough running, and engine failure. The company is developing a fix, likely involving engine replacements, but hybrid models are not included in this recall. Affected owners will be notified by early 2026.

automotive1 year ago

Toyota Dealers Prepare for Massive Tundra V6 Replacement Effort

Toyota is preparing for a massive recall involving the replacement of 100,000 engines in 2022 and 2023 Tundra pickups and Lexus LX SUVs due to metal debris contamination. The recall, one of the largest in Toyota's history, involves replacing the 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 engines, a process that is labor-intensive and requires significant resources. Toyota aims to streamline the process to minimize complexity for technicians and sees it as an opportunity for training junior technicians. The recall will be managed by appointment, with Toyota covering the cost of loaner vehicles.

automotive1 year ago

Toyota Recalls 100,000+ Vehicles Over Engine Debris Issue

Toyota has identified that machining debris left in the engine during production is causing engine failures in its twin-turbo V6 engines used in the Toyota Tundra and Lexus LX. This defect can lead to engine knocking, rough running, or stalling, prompting a recall of 102,000 vehicles. The hybrid version of the engine is not affected, and Toyota is still working on a fix. Owners will be notified by the end of June.

automotive2 years ago

"Massive Recall: Is Your Toyota Tundra Affected?"

Toyota is recalling 20,000 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles due to an incorrect load capacity label, which can result in an overloaded vehicle and increase the risk of a crash. Owners should refrain from loading their vehicles according to the labels and contact Toyota for a replacement label. Dealers will replace the labels free of charge, and affected customers will receive notification letters.

automotive2 years ago

"Massive Recall: Toyota Tundra Models Face Largest Safety Issue of the Year"

Toyota is recalling 168,000 2022 and 2023 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid trucks in the US due to a plastic fuel tube that could rub against a brake line and develop a fuel leak, potentially causing a fire. This is the largest recall for Toyota this year. The company will replace the tube for free and install protective materials and a clamp on the fuel tube. This is the seventh recall for the Tundra model, with previous recalls involving issues with the electronic parking brake system, loose axle nuts, and a software problem with the rearview camera.

automotive2 years ago

"Massive Recall: Toyota's Tundra Models Face Voluntary Recall"

Toyota has issued its largest recall of 2023, voluntarily recalling 168,000 2022 and 2023 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid trucks in the US due to a potential fuel leak caused by a plastic fuel tube rubbing against a brake line. The company will replace the tube for free and is installing protective materials and clamps on the fuel tube at no cost to customers. This is the seventh recall for the Tundra model, with previous recalls involving issues with the electronic parking brake system, loose axle nuts, and a software problem with the rearview camera.

automotive2 years ago

Toyota Recalls '22-'23 Tundra, Hybrids and Plug-in Hybrids Over Fuel Leak and Fire Risk

Toyota is recalling over 150,000 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid trucks in the U.S. due to potential fuel leaks that could lead to fires. The recall affects 2022 and 2023 models, and owners will be notified by early October 2023. As a temporary solution, dealers will install protective materials and clamps on the fuel tube until replacement parts are available. Customers can check if their vehicle is involved in the recall by visiting Toyota.com/recall or nhtsa.gov/recalls.