Toyota recalls in 2023: Which models are affected? Check here

In a recent development, Toyota has issued recalls for a total of nearly 2.5 million vehicles in 2023, citing various defects that pose safety risks. The latest recall, affecting 1 million vehicles, stems from a defect that may hinder airbags from deploying, raising concerns about passenger safety.

Affected customers are expected to be notified by mid-February 2024. To check if their vehicles are part of the recall, customers can visit toyota.com/recall and enter their vehicle identification number.

Here's a brief overview of the specific recalls issued by Toyota in 2023:


Feb. 1 recall: RAV4 Prime
Affected Model: Certain 2021 RAV4 Prime Plug-In Hybrid vehicles
Issue: Risk of the hybrid system shutting down and stalling while driving in EV Mode in cold weather conditions if the accelerator is rapidly pressed.
Potential number of units affected: 16,679

March 2 recall: 2022-2023 Tundra
Affected Models: Some 2022-2023 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles with a Toyota genuine accessory tonneau cover
Issue: Tonneau cover may detach if the attachment joints become loose.
Potential number of units affected: 130,266

May 29 recall: 2022-2023 Corolla Cross
Affected Models: 2022-2023 Corolla Cross vehicles
Issue: Manufacturing defect in the instrument panel causing improper deployment of the front-passenger airbag.
Potential number of units affected: 96,007

June 14 recall: 2023 Camry
Affected Models: Certain models of the 2023 Camry and Camry Hybrid
Issue: Lug nuts connecting wheels to the vehicle may not have been tightened properly, leading to the possibility of wheels detaching.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 298

July 12 recall: several vehicles
Affected Models: Several 2023 models, including Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, and Tacoma, as well as 2023 Lexus RX350, RX350 Hybrid, RX500 Hybrid, and 2023-2024 Lexus NX250, NX350, and NX350 Hybrid vehicles
Issue: Electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may lead to the deactivation of the driver's airbag.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 152,927

July 12 recall: RAV4 Prime 2022 Lexus NX450h
Affected Models: Some 2021-2022 RAV4 Prime and 2022 Lexus NX450h+ plug-in hybrid electric vehicles
Issue: Potential electrical short-circuit caused by a damaged electric current rectifying module in the DC-DC converter.
Potential number of units affected: 43,442

August 10 recall: Tundra Hybrid
Affected Models: Certain 2022-2023 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles
Issue: Potential fuel leak caused by a plastic fuel tube rubbing against metallic brake lines.
Potential number of units affected: 168,179

Sept. 13 recall: Tundra Hybrid
Affected Models: 2023 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles
Issue: Incorrect load-carrying capacity label on the spray-on bed liner accessory, leading to potential overloading and violation of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
Potential number of units affected: 21,781

Nov. 1 recall: RAV4
Affected Models: Some 2013-2018 RAV4 vehicles
Issue: Replacement 12-volt batteries may not fit properly in the battery tray, causing the battery to move and contact the hold-down bracket, resulting in a short circuit.
Potential number of units affected: 1,853,568

Dec. 6 recall: Toyota GR Supra
Affected Models: Certain 2023 Toyota GR Supra models
Issue: Manufacturing defect with the weld seam of the integrated transmission control unit's cover, leading to potential automatic transmission oil leakage and hazardous driving conditions.
Potential number of units affected: 552

Dec. 20 recall: RAV4 Prime
Affected Models: Some 2021-2022 RAV4 Prime and 2022 Lexus NX450h+ plug-in hybrid electric vehicles
Issue: Potential electrical short-circuit caused by a damaged electric current rectifying module in the DC-DC converter.
Potential number of units affected: $1 million