Power train: axle assemblyRecall 26V-437 · Lexus and Toyota vehicles
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing recall 26V-437 covers 5,408 Lexus and Toyota vehicles for a power train: axle assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on July 8, 2026. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 32% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 26V437000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
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.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the rear axle carrier sub-assembly code, and replace the sub-assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from April 10, 2026 to April 27, 2026. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.