Toyota Proace Verso recalls

8 official safety recalls for the Toyota Proace Verso 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. Software bug may black out both displays

    Reported January 12, 2026Model years 2024–2025DVSA recall R/2025/55210,573 vehicles affected

    A software bug may cause the multimedia screen and instrument cluster to turn completely black after the ignition is switched on. The problem is permanent once it occurs. Accept and install the over-the-air update.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    In-Vehicle Infotainment ECU software update via OTA on certain Toyota Proace and Proace City
    Defect
    For affected vehicles both displays (the multimedia screen and the instrument cluster) may turn completely black after ignition is turned ON due to a software bug. When this condition occurs the issue is permanent.
    Remedy
    Accept and successfully install an Over the Air (OTA) update.

  2. Engine software may delay emissions warning

    Reported November 24, 2025Model years 2022–2025DVSA recall R/2025/4893,326 vehicles affected

    An engine control unit software error may delay the malfunction indicator, allowing tailpipe emissions to exceed limits before it activates. The engine control unit software calibration will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Engine control unit reprogramming due to IUPR calculation problem on certain Toyota Proace and Proace Verso models
    Defect
    For certain vehicles there is an error in the specific software calibrations of the Engine Control Unit. In certain cases this condition may result in a delayed activation of the malfunction indicator (MIL) allowing the vehicle to operate with tailpipe emissions exceeding limits before the MIL is triggered
    Remedy
    Update to the software calibration of the Engine electronic control unit (ECU).

  3. Front suspension arm bolt may fail from corrosion

    Reported August 21, 2025Model years 2016–2022DVSA recall R/2025/30414,683 vehicles affected

    Corrosion may cause the front suspension arm bolt to fail, which may affect vehicle control. The bolts and bush will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Front suspension arm bolt replacement on certain Toyota Proace and Proace Verso
    Defect
    Affected vehicles may have excessive corrosion on the front suspension arm bolt due to the design in combination with environmental factors. As a result the bolt may fail which may affect controllability of the vehicle
    Remedy
    Replacement of the front suspension arm bolts and bush

  4. Engine warning light may not activate for emissions faults

    Reported August 20, 2025Model years 2017–2021DVSA recall R/2025/3154,526 vehicles affected

    The malfunction indicator lamp may not come on if the selective catalytic reduction system or diesel particulate filter develops a fault. The engine control unit software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Engine ECU software update due to insufficient on-board diagnostics
    Defect
    For affected vehicles there is an issue where the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may not activate in case of a fault in the Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system and/or Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF).
    Remedy
    Carry out an update to the software of the Engine Electronic Control Unit

  5. Camshaft chain may wear prematurely and break

    Reported August 11, 2025Model years 2018–2023DVSA recall R/2025/259EU Safety Gate SR/02656/255,520 vehicles affected

    Premature camshaft chain wear under high engine speed and load may cause abnormal noise or chain breakage. The chain will be inspected and replaced if required, and the engine control unit software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Engine camshaft chain potential breakage on Certain Toyota Proace City and Proace
    Defect
    For affected vehicles equipped with the 1.5L diesel engine there is a possibility that premature wear of the camshaft chain may occur. Premature wear occurs primarily due to chain design which causes excessive tension in high engine speed and high engine load conditions which can lead to abnormal noise and risk of breakage of the chain.
    Remedy
    Inspection of the camshaft chain replace where required and update the engine ECU software

  6. Seat fixings may have reduced strength

    Reported January 13, 2025Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2024/479338 vehicles affected

    Incorrectly specified fixing nut threads may reduce the strength of front and/or rear seat fixing points. The fixings will be reworked with new nuts and bolts.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Seat fixations are not according to specification on certain Toyota Proace and Proace Verso
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the front and/or rear seat fixing points may have a reduced strength due to the thread of the fixing nut not being of the correct specification.
    Remedy
    The fixings will be reworked with new nuts and bolts fitted.

  7. Incorrect rear coil springs may be installed

    Reported October 21, 2024Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2024/371EU Safety Gate A12/02791/2419 vehicles affected

    Rear coil springs with the incorrect specification may have been installed. They will be checked and replaced if required.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Incorrect Rear Coil Springs Installed on Certain Toyota Proace and Proace Verso
    Defect
    On affected vehicles incorrect specification rear coil springs may have been installed.
    Remedy
    Carry out check and replace coil springs if required.

  8. Engine control unit may show incorrect performance data

    Reported July 10, 2023Model years 2021–2022DVSA recall R/2023/1822,354 vehicles affected

    The engine control unit may show an incorrect in-use performance ratio when its data is read, which does not comply with regulations. There is no impact on safety or exhaust emissions. The unit will be reprogrammed with updated software and calibration.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    When the data is read out from the vehicle ECU an incorrect IUPR (In-Use Performance Ratio) value is shown. This does not comply with regulations however there is no impact on safety or vehicles' exhaust emissions
    Defect
    When the data is read out from the vehicle ECU an incorrect IUPR (In-Use Performance Ratio) value is shown. This does not comply with regulations however there is no impact on safety or vehicles' exhaust emissions
    Remedy
    Reprogram the Engine Control Unit (ECU) with updated software and calibration.

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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