Toyota bZ4X recalls

12 official safety recalls for the Toyota bZ4X from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Rear view image may freeze or fail to display

    Reported December 1, 2025Model years 2021–2025DVSA recall R/2025/46631,897 vehicles affected

    Parking assist software may cause the rear view image to freeze or not display. The parking assist ECU will be reprogrammed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Parking Assist ECU reprogram on multiple models
    Defect
    For certain vehicles equipped with a Parking Assist ECU a component of the Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system that displays the rear view image the software may cause the rear view image to freeze or not display
    Remedy
    Reprogram the parking assist ECU.

  2. Heater and defroster may stop working

    Reported November 3, 2025Model years 2021–2025DVSA recall R/2025/37212,619 vehicles affected

    Under certain conditions, including an electric compressor failure, HVAC software may enter a failsafe mode that stops the heater and affects defrosting. The HVAC control unit will be reprogrammed and the compressor inspected.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Electric Compressor
    Defect
    For affected vehicles due to the programming of the HVAC control ECU software under certain conditions such as a specific failure mode of the electrical compressor the HVAC system will enter a failsafe mode that suspends the heater operation of the system and affects defroster function.
    Remedy
    Reprogram the HVAC control ECU and inspect the compressor .

  3. Rearview camera image may freeze or go blank

    Reported October 30, 2025Model years 2023–2025NHTSA campaign 25V7440001,024,407 vehicles affected

    A software error may freeze the rearview camera or leave the screen blank in reverse, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the parking assist software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
    Defect
    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
    Consequence
    A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.

  4. Defroster and defogger may stop working

    Reported September 4, 2025Model years 2023–2025NHTSA campaign 25V57700094,320 vehicles affected

    During certain HVAC system faults, the defroster and defogger may stop working, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the HVAC control software and inspect the electrical compressor, replacing it if necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
    Defect
    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2025 bZ4X, Lexus RZ, and Subaru Solterra vehicles. During certain HVAC system faults, such as electrical compressor failure, the defroster and defogger system may become inoperative.
    Consequence
    An inoperative defroster and defogger system can decrease the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the HVAC control ECU software, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect the electrical compressor, and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB07 and 25TA07. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB04 and 25LA04. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-25.

  5. Camera case may leak and prevent image display

    Reported August 12, 2024Model years 2023DVSA recall R/2024/251167 vehicles affected

    The camera case may separate under stress, allowing water in and potentially shorting the circuit. The image of the area in front of or behind the vehicle may then be unavailable. The camera will be inspected and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Camera Replacement on Multiple Models
    Defect
    Due to insufficient laser welding of the camera case at the supplier during a specific production period there is a possibility that the camera case may separate when exposed to external stress over time allowing water to leak into the camera. If this occurs the circuit inside the camera can short leading to an inability to display an image of the area in front of and/or behind the vehicle.
    Remedy
    Inspect camera and replace if necessary

  6. Recognition camera memory may fail at ignition off

    Reported August 5, 2024Model years 2021–2023DVSA recall R/2024/2497,150 vehicles affected

    Camera software may cause its memory to fail when the ignition is turned off. The pre-collision system may then not activate at the next start, and warnings may appear. Reprogram the forward recognition camera.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    LSS & TSS 3.0 Forward Recognition Camera on Multiple Models
    Defect
    Due to the programming of the forward recognition camera software there is a possibility that the memory inside the forward recognition camera could fail during processing when the ignition is turned OFF. If this occurs the PCS will not activate on the next ignition start causing warning lights to illuminate audible chimes to sound and messages to display on the instrument panel.
    Remedy
    Reprogram the Forward Recognition Camera.

  7. Load capacity label may show incorrect weight values

    Reported July 23, 2024Model years 2023–2024NHTSA campaign 24V54800033,848 vehicles affected

    The load carrying capacity modification label may show inaccurate added weight values, which could lead to overloading and increase crash risk. New labels will be mailed to owners free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
    Defect
    Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Venza Hybrid, 2023-2025 Crown, and 2025 Camry Hybrid vehicles equipped with GST accessories. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
    Consequence
    A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  8. Multi-information display may go blank

    Reported December 18, 2023Model years 2021–2023DVSA recall R/2023/3332,289 vehicles affected

    A programming error may blank the display and hide warnings and indicators. Turn signals, hazard lights and the Pre-Collision System may also be deactivated, increasing crash risk in certain driving conditions. The display control unit will be reprogrammed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    On affected vehicles due to a programming error there is a possibility that a multi-information display used for warning and indicator lights vehicle gauges messages etc will become blank and will not display certain warnings and indicators. As a result other functions such as turn signal lamps hazard lights and the Pre-Collision System will be deactivated and the vehicle may not meet certain regulations. Driving without these functions may result in an increased risk of a crash in certain driving conditions.
    Defect
    On affected vehicles due to a programming error there is a possibility that a multi-information display used for warning and indicator lights vehicle gauges messages etc will become blank and will not display certain warnings and indicators. As a result other functions such as turn signal lamps hazard lights and the Pre-Collision System will be deactivated and the vehicle may not meet certain regulations. Driving without these functions may result in an increased risk of a crash in certain driving conditions.�
    Remedy
    Reprogram the multi-information display electronic control unit (ECU) with modified software.

  9. Data module may fail to restart, disabling e-call

    Reported October 12, 2023Model years 2023DVSA recall R/2023/279245,943 vehicles affected

    The data communication module may not shut down in time and restart at the next ignition cycle, making the e-call function unavailable. Its software will be updated over the air.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    On affected vehicles there is a possibility that the DCM may not complete the shutdown process within a specific period of time when the ignition is turned off causing the DCM to not restart at the next ignition cycle and making the e-Call function unavailable. As a result the vehicles do not comply with relevant regulations.
    Defect
    On affected vehicles there is a possibility that the DCM may not complete the shutdown process within a specific period of time when the ignition is turned off causing the DCM to not restart at the next ignition cycle and making the e-Call function unavailable. As a result the vehicles do not comply with relevant regulations.
    Remedy
    The software of the DCM (Data Communication Module) will be updated via an Over the Air (OTA) wireless update.

  10. Curtain airbag straps may be routed incorrectly

    Reported November 14, 2022Model years 2021–2022DVSA recall R/2022/2881,526 vehicles affected

    Curtain airbag straps may be routed in the wrong orientation, affecting deployment. Dealers will inspect the straps and correct any that are improperly assembled.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    CURTAIN SHIELD AIRBAG STRAPS THAT SUPPORT PROPER AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT MIGHT NOT HAVE BEEN ROUTED CORRECTLY
    Defect
    There is a possibility curtain airbag straps may not have been routed in the correct orientation.
    Remedy
    Inspect the straps used to assist in curtain shield airbag deployment and correct any improperly assembled straps.

  11. Wheel hub bolts may loosen and allow a wheel to detach

    Reported June 23, 2022Model years 2021–2022DVSA recall R/2022/181412 vehicles affected

    After low-mileage use, all hub bolts on a wheel can loosen, allowing the wheel to detach. Replace the hub bolts with newly designed bolts that have a washer.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    AFTER LOW MILEAGE USE ALL OF THE HUB BOLTS ON A WHEEL CAN LOOSEN TO THE POINT WHERE THE WHEEL CAN DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE
    Defect
    After low-mileage use all of the hub bolts on a wheel can loosen to the point where the wheel can detach from the vehicle.
    Remedy
    Replace the hub bolts with newly designed hub bolts (with a washer).

  12. Wheel hub bolts may loosen and allow a wheel to detach

    Reported June 23, 2022Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 22V444000661 vehicles affected

    Do not drive: the maker advises not to drive affected vehicles until they are repaired.

    The wheel hub bolts may loosen after low-mileage use, allowing a wheel to detach and causing loss of vehicle control. Owners are advised not to drive until repaired. Dealers will replace the hub bolts and wheels free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    WHEELS:HUB
    Defect
    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Subaru Solterra and Toyota BZ4X vehicles. The hub bolts on the wheels may loosen, causing a wheel to detach from the vehicle after low-mileage use.
    Consequence
    A wheel detaching from a moving vehicle can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they are repaired. Dealers will replace the hub bolts and wheels, free of charge. Letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 27, 2022. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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