Power Train:axle Assembly
NHTSA recall 26V437000 · announced July 8, 2026 · filed by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 5,408 units affected
The problem
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.
The risk
A broken rear axle carrier can cause a sudden loss of vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
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.
Vehicles covered by this recall
- 2026 Lexus Tx
- 2026 Lexus Tx Hybrid
- 2026 Lexus Tx Plug-in Hybrid
- 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander
- 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.