Toyota Recall 26V659000: Engine And Engine Cooling, Engine, Engine Control Module (ecu/ecm), Software
NHTSA recall 26V659000 · announced October 7, 2026 · filed by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 30,978 units affected
The problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The motor generator ECU may encounter an error, causing the plug-in-hybrid system to reduce power or shutdown when driven at higher speeds.
The risk
An unexpected powertrain shutdown can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed starting November 22, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 26TA22.
Official NHTSA recall notice →
Vehicles covered by this recall
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.