Toyota Recalls 655,000 Camrys Globally for Display Malfunction
The recall affects model year 2025-2026 Camry Hybrids, with most of the vehicles sold in the U.S., due to a glitch that can disable crucial safety indicators.
Toyota is initiating a global recall of approximately 655,000 Camry vehicles because of a display error that can cause safety indicators, such as turn signals and hazard lights, to deactivate during startup. The issue primarily affects model year 2025-2026 Camry Hybrids, with over 508,000 units sold in the United States impacted.
According to documents from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the affected vehicles are equipped with a 7-inch combination meter display that may turn blank upon vehicle startup. This malfunction can prevent the display of turn signals, hazard lights, seat belt reminders, and "key left in ignition" warnings. The NHTSA stated that these failures increase crash risks by hindering drivers' ability to see critical indicators and making it harder for other road users to discern the driver's intentions.
Toyota Motor North America confirmed that owners of affected Camrys will be notified to bring their vehicles to a certified dealer for a complimentary software update to rectify the issue. Customer letters are scheduled to begin mailing on September 21 in the U.S., with notifications expected to conclude by early October. Vehicle owners can also check their car's recall status on the NHTSA and Toyota websites.
The recall encompasses vehicles produced between December 2023 and July 2026 at manufacturing plants in the U.S., Japan, and Thailand. Beyond North America, the affected Camrys were also sold in markets in the Middle East, Asia, and other regions. Customers seeking more information can contact Toyota customer support at 1-800-331-4331.