NHTSA Recall 25V577000: Defroster/defogger/hvac system (visibility)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 94,320 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Lexus Rz.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V577000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 25TB07,25LB04,WRD25 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM |
| Report received | September 4, 2025 |
| Owner notification | October 17, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2025 bZ4X, Lexus RZ, and Subaru Solterra vehicles. During certain HVAC system faults, such as electrical compressor failure, the defroster and defogger system may become inoperative.
Safety risk
An inoperative defroster and defogger system can decrease the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the HVAC control ECU software, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect the electrical compressor, and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB07 and 25TA07. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB04 and 25LA04. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-25.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V577000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Lexus Rz | 2023, 2024, 2025 |
| Subaru Solterra | 2023, 2024, 2025 |
| Toyota BZ4X | 2023, 2024, 2025 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.