Toyota Rear Combination Lamp LH recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 23, 2026

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Toyota Motor Corporation recalls Toyota Rear Combination Lamp LH, Rear Combination Lamp RH

Recall number

26E005000

Brand / firm

Toyota

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 79 units

Why it was recalled

Without the correct lights, it may be difficult for other road users to see the vehicle from the rear or side, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain rear combination light assemblies, with part numbers 81561-42290 and 81551-42290, sold as replacement parts for Toyota bZ4X vehicles. The rear combination light assemblies may be equipped with a side marker reflector instead of a side marker light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

What to do

Dealers will inspect and replace the rear combination light assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TK01 and 26TH01.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.