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- Problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 Lexus TX350, RX350 Hybrid, RX350, RX500 Hybrid, TX500 Hybrid, Toyota Grand Highlander, and Grand Highlander Hybrid vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the front steering knuckles may crack and break, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.
- Risk
- A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the front steering knuckles, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TA19 and 26LA09.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2026 Lexus RX and TX models and 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander models, including hybrid versions, may have front steering knuckles with a manufacturing error. The knuckles may crack and break, which can cause a loss of vehicle steering control.
Losing steering control significantly increases the risk of a crash. Owners should not ignore this recall, and should check whether their vehicle is affected.
Dealers will inspect the front steering knuckles and replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 2, 2026. You can also contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331, and check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Lexus RX | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Lexus RX Hybrid | 2026 |
| Lexus TX | 2026 |
| Lexus TX Hybrid | 2026 |
| Toyota Grand Highlander | 2026 |
| Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid | 2026 |