NHTSA recall 26V659000 · Oct 7, 2026
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing: Motor Generator ECU Error May Cause Loss of Drive Power
Product
2026 RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid vehicles
Hazard
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.
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- Summary
- 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.
- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Potentially affected
- 30,978
- Manufacturer campaign number
- 26TA22
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) notice.
Copied from the agency record without changes. Data as of Oct 14, 2026, 7:15 AM EDT. The agency notice is the final word.
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