NHTSA Recall 26V437000: Axle assembly (power train)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,408 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Lexus TX.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V437000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 26TB13 26TA13 26LB08 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | July 8, 2026 |
| Owner notification | September 3, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 Lexus TX Plug-In Hybrid, TX Hybrid, TX, Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid, and Grand Highlander vehicles. The rear axle carriers may have been manufactured with insufficient material strength and could break.
Safety risk
A broken rear axle carrier can cause a sudden loss of vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rear axle carrier sub-assembly code, and replace the sub-assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB13, 26TA13, 26LB08, and 26LA08.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V437000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Lexus TX | 2026 |
| Lexus TX Hybrid | 2026 |
| Lexus TX Plug-In Hybrid | 2026 |
| Toyota Grand Highlander | 2026 |
| Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid | 2026 |
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.