Toyota and Lexus recall more than 450,000 vehicles due to stability control failure
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Toyota and Lexus are facing another recall due to a malfunction that doesn't meet federal safety standards. Once the owner disables the stability control system and turns off the vehicle, it will not be possible to turn the vehicle back on, compromising the safety of the vehicle and the driver.
Toyota and Lexus are recalling 458,054 vehicles over concerns that they will not automatically reactivate their stability control programs if the driver disables them and turns off the vehicle. If this is not done, these vehicles will not meet federal vehicle safety standards.
Which models are covered in this review?
The recall affects vehicles from model year 2020 to 2022 and includes Lexus LX, NX Hybrid, NX PHEV, LS Hybrid, Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, Mirai, RAV4 Prime, Sienna, Venza and Toyota Highlander Hybrid models.
Lexus will fix the problem for free
The solution to this problem is relatively simple and requires your Toyota or Lexus technician to update your vehicle's yaw control module software. As with all recalls, this work will be done at no cost to affected drivers.
It will be from May when the owners will be notified
Toyota and Lexus plan to begin notifying owners of affected vehicles by mail around May 16, 2022. If you believe your vehicle is affected by this recall and have additional questions, you may contact Lexus Customer Support. -1-800 and recall number 331TA4331 for Toyota and 22LA03 for Lexus.
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