Toyota is recalling approximately 508,354 model year 2025 and 2026 Camry Hybrid vehicles in the United States due to a defect that could prevent critical safety features from operating. The recall, which also affects 655,000 Camrys globally, stems from an issue with the 7-inch combination meter display which may fail to illuminate when the vehicle is started.
This dashboard glitch could result in the failure of the vehicle's turn signals and hazard warning lights. Additionally, certain audible warnings, such as seat belt reminders and the alert for a key left in the ignition, may also be deactivated. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has flagged the defect as a potential crash risk, as drivers might not see crucial warnings, and other road users may be unaware of the vehicle's intended movements or hazards.
The affected vehicles were manufactured between December 2023 and July 2026. Trims equipped with the larger 12.3-inch display, such as the XLE and XSE models, are not included in this recall.
Toyota attributes the problem to the software controlling the instrument cluster. Owners of affected vehicles will be notified by mail starting September 21, with mailings expected to conclude by early October. Toyota will offer a free software update at authorized dealerships to rectify the issue. Alternatively, owners can check their vehicle identification number on Toyota's recall system or the NHTSA's recall database to determine if their car is included.
This is not the first time Toyota has issued recalls related to display technology in recent months. In September 2025, a recall of nearly 591,000 vehicles in the US, including various Camry, RAV4, and Lexus models, addressed a similar issue where a 12.3-inch instrument panel display could go blank upon startup. Last October, approximately 1.025 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles were recalled due to problems with their rear-view camera systems. Earlier this year, around 162,000 Toyota Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles were recalled because their multimedia displays could freeze or go black.
The recurring issues with digital displays have prompted discussions among Toyota owners regarding the reliability of modern automotive technology compared to traditional analog instruments.