Toyota, Lexus recall — Axle Assembly
NHTSA · July 8, 2026
- NHTSA recall campaign 26V437000 (Toyota, Lexus), reported .
- Potentially affected vehicles: 5,408.
- Component: Axle Assembly.
- Details as of ; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.
- Agency
- NHTSA
- Posted
- Recalling firm
- Toyota Motor Corporation
- Source ID
- 26V437000
Defect
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 Lexus TX Plug-In Hybrid, TX Hybrid, TX, Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid, and Grand Highlander vehicles. The rear axle carriers may have been manufactured with insufficient material strength and could break.
Consequence
A broken rear axle carrier can cause a sudden loss of vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective action
Dealers will inspect the rear axle carrier sub-assembly code, and replace the sub-assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 23, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB13, 26TA13, 26LB08, and 26LA08.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Lexus | Tx | 2026 |
| Lexus | Tx Hybrid | 2026 |
| Lexus | Tx Plug-In Hybrid | 2026 |
| Toyota | Grand Highlander | 2026 |
| Toyota | Grand Highlander Hybrid | 2026 |
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