2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid recall: software
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing reported this safety recall on October 7, 2026. It covers about 30,978 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 30,978
- reported
- Oct 7, 2026
- related complaints
- 3
Engine and engine cooling: engine: engine control module (ecu/ECM): software
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- An unexpected powertrain shutdown can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 26V659000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about engine problems.
Questions about recall 26V659000
Is there a recall on the 2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid software?
Yes. Recall 26V659000, reported on October 7, 2026, covers about 30,978 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 26V659000?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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