2025-2026 Lexus LX Recalled Over Transmission Damage Risk
In the event of transmission solenoid failure, the communication may fail between the transmission electronic control unit (ECU) and the engine ECU, resulting in transmission damage.
Toyota is recalling select 2025-2026 Lexus LX models over a transmission that may be damaged.
The defect: in the event of transmission solenoid failure, the communication may fail between the transmission electronic control unit (ECU) and the engine ECU, resulting in transmission damage.
The hazards: a damaged transmission can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a damaged transmission can leak transmission fluid, increasing the risk of a fire.
Components: power train automatic transmission
Affected vehicles: 2025-2026 Lexus LX
Number of vehicles affected: 4,374
The fix: dealers will update the transmission ECU software, free of charge.
Source: Toyota’s filing with NHTSA
Owners should: look for the recall letter Toyota mailed on April 13, 2026, or check their VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Toyota’s number for this recall is 26LA01.
Contacts:
- Toyota customer service: 1-800-331-4331
- Toyota recall number: 26LA01
- NHTSA campaign number: 26V094000
- NHTSA vehicle safety hotline: 1-888-327-4236
- Check a VIN: nhtsa.gov/recalls
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