NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2026 Lexus RX and 5 more recall: Loss of Steering Control from Cracked Steering Knuckle
- Recall number
- 26V598000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Category
- Vehicles › Steering
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 617
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Steering
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Lexus | RX | 2026 |
| Lexus | RX Hybrid | 2026 |
| Lexus | TX | 2026 |
| Lexus | TX Hybrid | 2026 |
| Toyota | Grand Highlander | 2026 |
| Toyota | Grand Highlander Hybrid | 2026 |
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
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.
Consequence
A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
What should you do?
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.
Manufacturer campaign number
26TA19 / 26LA09
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V598000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.