2026 Toyota Grand Highlander and Lexus TX Recalled Over Axle Issue

In July 2026, Toyota began recalling select 2026 Toyota and Lexus vehicles across 2 models over an axle issue.

The defect: the rear axle carriers may have been manufactured with insufficient material strength and could break.

The hazards: a broken rear axle carrier can cause a sudden loss of vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Components: power train axle assembly

Affected vehicles: 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid, 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander, 2026 Lexus TX, 2026 Lexus TX Hybrid and 2026 Lexus TX Plug-In Hybrid

Number of vehicles affected: 5,408

The fix: dealers will inspect the rear axle carrier sub-assembly code, and replace the sub-assemblies as necessary, free of charge.

Source: Toyota’s filing with NHTSA

Owners should: look for the recall letter Toyota mailed on September 8, 2026, or check their VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Toyota’s numbers for this recall are 26TB13, 26TA13, 26LB08, and 26LA08.

Contacts:

• Toyota customer service: 1-800-331-4331
• Toyota recall numbers: 26TB13, 26TA13, 26LB08, and 26LA08
• NHTSA campaign number: 26V437000
• NHTSA vehicle safety hotline: 1-888-327-4236
• Check a VIN: nhtsa.gov/recalls