Published
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing has issued a safety recall affecting approximately 617 vehicles. The recall was filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on September 17, 2026 under campaign number 26V598000.
The Defect
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 Lexus TX350, RX350 Hybrid, RX350, RX500 Hybrid, TX500 Hybrid, Toyota Grand Highlander, and Grand Highlander Hybrid vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the front steering knuckles may crack and break, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.
The Risk
A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
The Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the front steering knuckles, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TA19 and 26LA09.
Affected Vehicles
- 2026 Lexus RX
- 2026 Lexus RX Hybrid
- 2026 Lexus TX
- 2026 Lexus TX Hybrid
- 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander
- 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid
Source: NHTSA Campaign 26V598000
A recall repair is free — but if your Lexus has been in the shop repeatedly, or the fix has not held, you may have a lemon law claim worth far more than the repair. See our Lexus problems and recalls hub or Check if you qualify →.
